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SB62 TXX

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 160,499 miles on the clock, averaging 12,288 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for SB62 TXX

MOT Status
Due date passed
160,499
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
12,288

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading160,499 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,677
Average per year12,288
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB62 TXX 39k69k100k130k160k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage160,499 miles
Since last MOT+4,677 miles
PASS
Mileage155,822 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage155,822 miles
Since last MOT+4,669 miles
PASS
Mileage151,153 miles
Since last MOT+4,739 miles
PASS
Mileage146,414 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,411 miles
Since last MOT+4,900 miles
PASS
Mileage141,511 miles
Since last MOT+9,726 miles
PASS
Mileage131,785 miles
Since last MOT+15,976 miles
PASS
Mileage115,809 miles
Since last MOT+20,073 miles
PASS
Mileage95,736 miles
Since last MOT+20,959 miles
PASS
Mileage74,777 miles
Since last MOT+18,436 miles
PASS
Mileage56,341 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,322 miles
Since last MOT+17,804 miles
PASS
Mileage38,518 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB62 TXX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About SB62 TXX

What car is SB62 TXX?

SB62 TXX is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2012.

What is the mileage of SB62 TXX?

The last recorded mileage for SB62 TXX was 160,499 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB62 TXX passed its MOT?

SB62 TXX has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Sep 2025.

Is SB62 TXX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB62 TXX 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 SB62 TXX?

SB62 TXX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.