Vehicle summary
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 86,101 miles on the clock, averaging 5,990 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 RV62 YLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,101 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,009 |
| Average per year | 5,990 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | RV62 YLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 62 — September 2012 to February 2013 |
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About RV62 YLU
What car is RV62 YLU?
RV62 YLU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.
What is the mileage of RV62 YLU?
The last recorded mileage for RV62 YLU was 86,101 miles, recorded on 18 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV62 YLU passed its MOT?
RV62 YLU has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 May 2026.
Is RV62 YLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV62 YLU 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 YLU?
RV62 YLU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.