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ST62 XPE

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 117,379 miles on the clock, averaging 9,339 miles per year, above 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 ST62 XPE

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,379
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
9,339

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading117,379 miles
Reading date
Miles last year19,764
Average per year9,339
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ST62 XPE 34k55k76k97k117k '15'24'20

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,379 miles
Since last MOT+19,764 miles
PASS
Mileage97,615 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,615 miles
Since last MOT+18,535 miles
PASS
Mileage79,080 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,080 miles
Since last MOT+5,535 miles
PASS
Mileage73,545 miles
Since last MOT+5,110 miles
PASS
Mileage68,435 miles
Since last MOT+4,198 miles
PASS
Mileage64,237 miles
Since last MOT+7,875 miles
PASS
Mileage56,362 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,353 miles
Since last MOT+11,084 miles
PASS
Mileage45,269 miles
Since last MOT+5,281 miles
PASS
Mileage39,988 miles
Since last MOT+5,551 miles
PASS
Mileage34,437 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,403 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

RegistrationST62 XPE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeST — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About ST62 XPE

What car is ST62 XPE?

ST62 XPE is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Dundee in 2012.

What is the mileage of ST62 XPE?

The last recorded mileage for ST62 XPE was 117,379 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ST62 XPE passed its MOT?

ST62 XPE has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2024.

Is ST62 XPE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST62 XPE 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 ST62 XPE?

ST62 XPE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.