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RO62 UES

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 72,624 miles on the clock, averaging 5,691 miles per year, below 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 UES

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,624
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
5,691

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading72,624 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,728
Average per year5,691
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RO62 UES 15k30k44k58k73k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,624 miles
Since last MOT+11,728 miles
PASS
Mileage60,896 miles
Since last MOT+13,823 miles
PASS
Mileage47,073 miles
Since last MOT+2,695 miles
PASS
Mileage44,378 miles
Since last MOT+2,962 miles
PASS
Mileage41,416 miles
Since last MOT+3,593 miles
PASS
Mileage37,823 miles
Since last MOT+2,943 miles
PASS
Mileage34,880 miles
Since last MOT+5,446 miles
PASS
Mileage29,434 miles
Since last MOT+5,017 miles
PASS
Mileage24,417 miles
Since last MOT+3,473 miles
PASS
Mileage20,944 miles
Since last MOT+5,472 miles
PASS
Mileage15,472 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage15,472 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 UES
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRO — Reading, Reading
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About RO62 UES

What car is RO62 UES?

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

What is the mileage of RO62 UES?

The last recorded mileage for RO62 UES was 72,624 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RO62 UES passed its MOT?

RO62 UES has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Sep 2025.

Is RO62 UES ULEZ compliant?

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

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