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RV62 WZU

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 84,014 miles on the clock, averaging 3,335 miles per year, well 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 RV62 WZU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
84,014
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2016
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
3,335

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading84,014 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,335
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RV62 WZU 50k59k67k76k84k '16'26'23

Check RV62 WZU

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,014 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,014 miles
Since last MOT+2,264 miles
PASS
Mileage81,750 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,750 miles
Since last MOT+2,036 miles
PASS
Mileage79,714 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,710 miles
Since last MOT+3,213 miles
PASS
Mileage76,497 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,497 miles
Since last MOT+4,074 miles
PASS
Mileage72,423 miles
Since last MOT+1,889 miles
PASS
Mileage70,534 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,534 miles
Since last MOT+2,840 miles
PASS
Mileage67,694 miles
Since last MOT+3,851 miles
PASS
Mileage63,843 miles
Since last MOT+3,817 miles
PASS
Mileage60,026 miles
Since last MOT+4,126 miles
PASS
Mileage55,900 miles
Since last MOT+5,441 miles
PASS
Mileage50,459 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 WZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRV — Reading, Reading
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About RV62 WZU

What car is RV62 WZU?

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

What is the mileage of RV62 WZU?

The last recorded mileage for RV62 WZU was 84,014 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV62 WZU passed its MOT?

RV62 WZU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2026.

Is RV62 WZU ULEZ compliant?

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

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