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 Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 129,667 miles on the clock, averaging 9,243 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for ccsa and timing chain tensioner/guides. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for SM62 JTX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,667 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 9,243 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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).
CCSA
Timing chain tensioner/guides
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM62 JTX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 62 — September 2012 to February 2013 |
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About SM62 JTX
What car is SM62 JTX?
SM62 JTX is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SM62 JTX?
The last recorded mileage for SM62 JTX was 129,667 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM62 JTX passed its MOT?
SM62 JTX has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2025.
Is SM62 JTX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM62 JTX is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SM62 JTX?
SM62 JTX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.