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RE62 TZN

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Reading, Reading · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 90,629 miles on the clock, averaging 13,676 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 TZN

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,629
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2015
100%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
13,676

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 reading90,629 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,496
Average per year13,676
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RE62 TZN 63k70k77k84k91k '15'17'16

Check RE62 TZN

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,629 miles
Since last MOT+12,496 miles
PASS
Mileage78,133 miles
Since last MOT+14,995 miles
PASS
Mileage63,138 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 TZN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRE — Reading, Reading
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About RE62 TZN

What car is RE62 TZN?

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

What is the mileage of RE62 TZN?

The last recorded mileage for RE62 TZN was 90,629 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RE62 TZN passed its MOT?

RE62 TZN has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2017.

Is RE62 TZN ULEZ compliant?

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

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