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YG62 WJU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

White Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourWhite
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 151,255 miles on the clock, averaging 11,353 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 WJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
151,255
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2015
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
11,353

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 reading151,255 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year11,353
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YG62 WJU 37k66k94k123k151k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage151,255 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage151,251 miles
Since last MOT+8,321 miles
PASS
Mileage142,930 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,930 miles
Since last MOT+7,678 miles
PASS
Mileage135,252 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,245 miles
Since last MOT+5,000 miles
PASS
Mileage130,245 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,245 miles
Since last MOT+2,146 miles
PASS
Mileage128,099 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,099 miles
Since last MOT+12,463 miles
PASS
Mileage115,636 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,636 miles
Since last MOT+19,996 miles
PASS
Mileage95,640 miles
Since last MOT+20,497 miles
PASS
Mileage75,143 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,143 miles
Since last MOT+20,136 miles
PASS
Mileage55,007 miles
Since last MOT+8,905 miles
PASS
Mileage46,102 miles
Since last MOT+8,991 miles
PASS
Mileage37,111 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 WJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeYG — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About YG62 WJU

What car is YG62 WJU?

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

What is the mileage of YG62 WJU?

The last recorded mileage for YG62 WJU was 151,255 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YG62 WJU passed its MOT?

YG62 WJU has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2025.

Is YG62 WJU ULEZ compliant?

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

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