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RV62 HRX

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 151,461 miles on the clock, averaging 8,564 miles per year, around 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 RV62 HRX

MOT Status
Due date passed
151,461
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2015
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
8,564

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading151,461 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,244
Average per year8,564
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RV62 HRX 73k93k112k132k151k '15'24'18

Check RV62 HRX

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage151,461 miles
Since last MOT+1,244 miles
PASS
Mileage150,217 miles
Since last MOT+18,974 miles
PASS
Mileage131,243 miles
Since last MOT+19,901 miles
PASS
Mileage111,342 miles
Since last MOT+8,604 miles
PASS
Mileage102,738 miles
Since last MOT+9,482 miles
PASS
Mileage93,256 miles
Since last MOT+9,020 miles
PASS
Mileage84,236 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,236 miles
Since last MOT+11,133 miles
PASS
Mileage73,103 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

RegistrationRV62 HRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRV — Reading, Reading
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About RV62 HRX

What car is RV62 HRX?

RV62 HRX is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.

What is the mileage of RV62 HRX?

The last recorded mileage for RV62 HRX was 151,461 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV62 HRX passed its MOT?

RV62 HRX has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 Oct 2024.

Is RV62 HRX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV62 HRX 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 RV62 HRX?

RV62 HRX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.