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RE62 ETL

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 2013 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 96,602 miles on the clock, averaging 8,821 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for RE62 ETL

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,602
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2016
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
8,821

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading96,602 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,916
Average per year8,821
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RE62 ETL 50k62k74k85k97k '16'21'20

Check RE62 ETL

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,602 miles
Since last MOT+2,916 miles
PASS
Mileage93,686 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,686 miles
Since last MOT+17,040 miles
PASS
Mileage76,646 miles
Since last MOT+8,040 miles
PASS
Mileage68,606 miles
Since last MOT+18,176 miles
PASS
Mileage50,430 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE62 ETL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeRE — Reading, Reading
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About RE62 ETL

What car is RE62 ETL?

RE62 ETL is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2013.

What is the mileage of RE62 ETL?

The last recorded mileage for RE62 ETL was 96,602 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RE62 ETL passed its MOT?

RE62 ETL has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Apr 2021.

Is RE62 ETL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE62 ETL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2013, 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 ETL?

RE62 ETL is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.