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PY62 DCU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 123,521 miles on the clock, averaging 9,716 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for PY62 DCU

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,521
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,716

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading123,521 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,389
Average per year9,716
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PY62 DCU 28k52k76k100k124k '15'25'21

Check PY62 DCU

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,521 miles
Since last MOT+10,389 miles
PASS
Mileage113,132 miles
Since last MOT+12,683 miles
PASS
Mileage100,449 miles
Since last MOT+3,486 miles
PASS
Mileage96,963 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,961 miles
Since last MOT+5,844 miles
PASS
Mileage91,117 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,117 miles
Since last MOT+2,786 miles
PASS
Mileage88,331 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,331 miles
Since last MOT+7,721 miles
PASS
Mileage80,610 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,610 miles
Since last MOT+7,102 miles
PASS
Mileage73,508 miles
Since last MOT+17,394 miles
PASS
Mileage56,114 miles
Since last MOT+13,924 miles
PASS
Mileage42,190 miles
Since last MOT+13,904 miles
PASS
Mileage28,286 miles
Since last MOT+660 miles
PASS
Mileage27,626 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2008–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Rear coil springs (fracture/snapping)

Rear coil springs snap or break, often at the bottom coil due to corrosion or fatigue (carried over from Mk5 design weakness). · Typical repair: £200-£400 (pair of springs + labour).

Window regulators (driver's door mainly)

Plastic gears or cables in regulator wear/fail, causing window to drop or stick. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + labour).

Suspension bushes (rear trailing arm and front control arm bushes)

Rubber bushes degrade, leading to play in suspension arms. · Typical repair: £250-£500 (full rear set + labour).

ABS sensor/module faults

Wheel speed sensor wiring corrodes or module fails internally. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (sensors) or £600+ (module).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY62 DCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codePY — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About PY62 DCU

What car is PY62 DCU?

PY62 DCU is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2012.

What is the mileage of PY62 DCU?

The last recorded mileage for PY62 DCU was 123,521 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PY62 DCU passed its MOT?

PY62 DCU has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Sep 2025.

Is PY62 DCU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY62 DCU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is PY62 DCU?

PY62 DCU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.