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YR62 BEU

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 98,857 miles on the clock, averaging 7,138 miles per year, below 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 YR62 BEU

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,857
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,138

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading98,857 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,078
Average per year7,138
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YR62 BEU 28k45k63k81k99k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,857 miles
Since last MOT+6,078 miles
PASS
Mileage92,779 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,779 miles
Since last MOT+6,449 miles
PASS
Mileage86,330 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,330 miles
Since last MOT+5,584 miles
PASS
Mileage80,746 miles
Since last MOT+4,274 miles
PASS
Mileage76,472 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,472 miles
Since last MOT+3,332 miles
PASS
Mileage73,140 miles
Since last MOT+7,261 miles
PASS
Mileage65,879 miles
Since last MOT+10,476 miles
PASS
Mileage55,403 miles
Since last MOT+10,827 miles
PASS
Mileage44,576 miles
Since last MOT+8,659 miles
PASS
Mileage35,917 miles
Since last MOT+8,311 miles
PASS
Mileage27,606 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

RegistrationYR62 BEU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About YR62 BEU

What car is YR62 BEU?

YR62 BEU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2012.

What is the mileage of YR62 BEU?

The last recorded mileage for YR62 BEU was 98,857 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR62 BEU passed its MOT?

YR62 BEU has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2025.

Is YR62 BEU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR62 BEU 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 YR62 BEU?

YR62 BEU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.