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RO62 OUL

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 159,890 miles on the clock, averaging 10,652 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 OUL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
159,890
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
10,652

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading159,890 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,584
Average per year10,652
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RO62 OUL 47k76k104k132k160k '15'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage159,890 miles
Since last MOT+8,584 miles
PASS
Mileage151,306 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage151,292 miles
Since last MOT+22,560 miles
PASS
Mileage128,732 miles
Since last MOT+4,814 miles
PASS
Mileage123,918 miles
Since last MOT+6,285 miles
PASS
Mileage117,633 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,632 miles
Since last MOT+5,823 miles
PASS
Mileage111,809 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,809 miles
Since last MOT+8,389 miles
PASS
Mileage103,420 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,410 miles
Since last MOT+10,304 miles
PASS
Mileage93,106 miles
Since last MOT+13,121 miles
PASS
Mileage79,985 miles
Since last MOT+17,446 miles
PASS
Mileage62,539 miles
Since last MOT+15,077 miles
PASS
Mileage47,462 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

RegistrationRO62 OUL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRO — Reading, Reading
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About RO62 OUL

What car is RO62 OUL?

RO62 OUL is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.

What is the mileage of RO62 OUL?

The last recorded mileage for RO62 OUL was 159,890 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RO62 OUL passed its MOT?

RO62 OUL has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2026.

Is RO62 OUL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO62 OUL 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 OUL?

RO62 OUL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.