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RE62 PXW

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 170,801 miles on the clock, averaging 11,731 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 RE62 PXW

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
170,801
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2016
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
11,731

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading170,801 miles
Reading date
Miles last year228
Average per year11,731
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RE62 PXW 53k83k112k141k171k '16'26'21

Check RE62 PXW

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage170,801 miles
Since last MOT+228 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,573 miles
Since last MOT+8,606 miles
PASS
Mileage161,967 miles
Since last MOT+10,439 miles
PASS
Mileage151,528 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage151,528 miles
Since last MOT+10,846 miles
PASS
Mileage140,682 miles
Since last MOT+12,690 miles
PASS
Mileage127,992 miles
Since last MOT+8,637 miles
PASS
Mileage119,355 miles
Since last MOT+69 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,286 miles
Since last MOT+7,016 miles
PASS
Mileage112,270 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,267 miles
Since last MOT+14,487 miles
PASS
Mileage97,780 miles
Since last MOT+19,602 miles
PASS
Mileage78,178 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,178 miles
Since last MOT+13,864 miles
PASS
Mileage64,314 miles
Since last MOT+10,909 miles
PASS
Mileage53,405 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 PXW
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 PXW

What car is RE62 PXW?

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

What is the mileage of RE62 PXW?

The last recorded mileage for RE62 PXW was 170,801 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RE62 PXW passed its MOT?

RE62 PXW has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2026.

Is RE62 PXW ULEZ compliant?

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

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