Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 70,625 miles on the clock, averaging 5,191 miles per year, below 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 RE62 LWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 70,625 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,015 |
| Average per year | 5,191 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE62 LWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 62 — September 2012 to February 2013 |
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About RE62 LWJ
What car is RE62 LWJ?
RE62 LWJ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.
What is the mileage of RE62 LWJ?
The last recorded mileage for RE62 LWJ was 70,625 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE62 LWJ passed its MOT?
RE62 LWJ has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Jun 2022.
Is RE62 LWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE62 LWJ 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 LWJ?
RE62 LWJ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.