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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1984cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 117,925 miles on the clock, averaging 5,805 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for RO62 LNE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,925 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,869 |
| Average per year | 5,805 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RO62 LNE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 62 — September 2012 to February 2013 |
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About RO62 LNE
What car is RO62 LNE?
RO62 LNE is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.
What is the mileage of RO62 LNE?
The last recorded mileage for RO62 LNE was 117,925 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO62 LNE passed its MOT?
RO62 LNE has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Apr 2022.
Is RO62 LNE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO62 LNE is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is RO62 LNE?
RO62 LNE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.