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YG62 GKU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Silver Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 134,547 miles on the clock, averaging 10,362 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 YG62 GKU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
134,547
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
10,362

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 reading134,547 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,749
Average per year10,362
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YG62 GKU 26k53k80k107k135k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,547 miles
Since last MOT+13,749 miles
PASS
Mileage120,798 miles
Since last MOT+14,038 miles
PASS
Mileage106,760 miles
Since last MOT+11,140 miles
PASS
Mileage95,620 miles
Since last MOT+445 miles
PASS
Mileage95,175 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,173 miles
Since last MOT+7,648 miles
PASS
Mileage87,525 miles
Since last MOTRetest
PASS
Mileage87,525 miles
Since last MOT+7,922 miles
PASS
Mileage79,603 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,603 miles
Since last MOT+13,050 miles
PASS
Mileage66,553 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,539 miles
Since last MOT+10,059 miles
PASS
Mileage56,480 miles
Since last MOT+6,809 miles
PASS
Mileage49,671 miles
Since last MOT+11,407 miles
PASS
Mileage38,264 miles
Since last MOT+12,062 miles
PASS
Mileage26,202 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

RegistrationYG62 GKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeYG — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About YG62 GKU

What car is YG62 GKU?

YG62 GKU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Leeds in 2012.

What is the mileage of YG62 GKU?

The last recorded mileage for YG62 GKU was 134,547 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YG62 GKU passed its MOT?

YG62 GKU has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2026.

Is YG62 GKU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YG62 GKU 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 YG62 GKU?

YG62 GKU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.