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WF62 COA

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Exeter, West of England · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 168,035 miles on the clock, averaging 47,507 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 WF62 COA

MOT Status
Due date passed
168,035
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2015
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
47,507

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 reading168,035 miles
Reading date
Miles last year42,801
Average per year47,507
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WF62 COA 125k136k147k157k168k '15'16'15

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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage168,035 miles
Since last MOT+42,801 miles
PASS
Mileage125,234 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,234 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

RegistrationWF62 COA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About WF62 COA

What car is WF62 COA?

WF62 COA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Exeter in 2012.

What is the mileage of WF62 COA?

The last recorded mileage for WF62 COA was 168,035 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF62 COA passed its MOT?

WF62 COA has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Jul 2016.

Is WF62 COA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF62 COA 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 WF62 COA?

WF62 COA is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.