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SD62 ACU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Grey Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 122,507 miles on the clock, averaging 4,112 miles per year, well below 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 SD62 ACU

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,507
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
4,112

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading122,507 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,129
Average per year4,112
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SD62 ACU 82k92k102k112k123k '15'25'19

Check SD62 ACU

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,507 miles
Since last MOT+3,129 miles
PASS
Mileage119,378 miles
Since last MOT+5,413 miles
PASS
Mileage113,965 miles
Since last MOT+3,705 miles
PASS
Mileage110,260 miles
Since last MOT+4,246 miles
PASS
Mileage106,014 miles
Since last MOT+2,468 miles
PASS
Mileage103,546 miles
Since last MOT+3,289 miles
PASS
Mileage100,257 miles
Since last MOT+4,501 miles
PASS
Mileage95,756 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,756 miles
Since last MOT+5,778 miles
PASS
Mileage89,978 miles
Since last MOT+3,991 miles
PASS
Mileage85,987 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,987 miles
Since last MOT+4,173 miles
PASS
Mileage81,814 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

RegistrationSD62 ACU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSD — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About SD62 ACU

What car is SD62 ACU?

SD62 ACU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2012.

What is the mileage of SD62 ACU?

The last recorded mileage for SD62 ACU was 122,507 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD62 ACU passed its MOT?

SD62 ACU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2025.

Is SD62 ACU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD62 ACU 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 SD62 ACU?

SD62 ACU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.