Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 199,121 miles on the clock, averaging 15,977 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 RO62 OBA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 199,121 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,680 |
| Average per year | 15,977 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | RO62 OBA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 62 — September 2012 to February 2013 |
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About RO62 OBA
What car is RO62 OBA?
RO62 OBA is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.
What is the mileage of RO62 OBA?
The last recorded mileage for RO62 OBA was 199,121 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO62 OBA passed its MOT?
RO62 OBA has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2026.
Is RO62 OBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO62 OBA 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 RO62 OBA?
RO62 OBA is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.