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YG62 YGA

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 103,146 miles on the clock, averaging 7,491 miles per year, around 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 YGA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
103,146
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,491

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading103,146 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,491
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YG62 YGA 22k43k63k83k103k '15'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,146 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,146 miles
Since last MOT+4,485 miles
PASS
Mileage98,661 miles
Since last MOT+10,956 miles
PASS
Mileage87,705 miles
Since last MOT+7,273 miles
PASS
Mileage80,432 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,432 miles
Since last MOT+5,299 miles
PASS
Mileage75,133 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,133 miles
Since last MOT+11,381 miles
PASS
Mileage63,752 miles
Since last MOT+8,383 miles
PASS
Mileage55,369 miles
Since last MOT+8,627 miles
PASS
Mileage46,742 miles
Since last MOT+4,205 miles
PASS
Mileage42,537 miles
Since last MOT+6,750 miles
PASS
Mileage35,787 miles
Since last MOT+6,423 miles
PASS
Mileage29,364 miles
Since last MOT+7,048 miles
PASS
Mileage22,316 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 YGA
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 YGA

What car is YG62 YGA?

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

What is the mileage of YG62 YGA?

The last recorded mileage for YG62 YGA was 103,146 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YG62 YGA passed its MOT?

YG62 YGA has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2026.

Is YG62 YGA ULEZ compliant?

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

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