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RE62 CXB

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 99,916 miles on the clock at the last MOT. 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 RE62 CXB

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,916
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2015
50%
Pass Rate
1 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading99,916 miles
Reading date
Mileage consistencyUnknown
Mileage over time for RE62 CXB 100k100k100k100k100k '15'15

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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,916 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,916 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

RegistrationRE62 CXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRE — Reading, Reading
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About RE62 CXB

What car is RE62 CXB?

RE62 CXB is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.

What is the mileage of RE62 CXB?

The last recorded mileage for RE62 CXB was 99,916 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RE62 CXB passed its MOT?

RE62 CXB has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Sep 2015.

Is RE62 CXB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE62 CXB 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 RE62 CXB?

RE62 CXB is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.