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2012 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · SA62 RLV

SA62 RLV

2012 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29/09/2012. Recorded mileage 165,244 km. MOT valid until 25/04/2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2012 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 25/04/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Odometer
165,244 km
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 25/04/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
1968cc

SA62 RLV Key Findings

  • 14 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/04/2026
  • 165,244 km recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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SA62 RLV Odometer History

  1. 24/09/201536,751 mi
  2. 24/09/201536,751 mi
  3. 14/06/201639,059 mi+2,308 mi
  4. 06/06/201759,585 mi+20,526 mi
  5. 06/06/201878,634 mi+19,049 mi
  6. 27/04/202081,456 mi+2,822 mi
  7. 27/04/202081,456 mi
  8. 23/04/202182,981 mi+1,525 mi
  9. 23/04/202286,704 mi+3,723 mi
  10. 23/04/202286,704 mi
  11. 24/04/202392,245 mi+5,541 mi
  12. 27/04/202497,218 mi+4,973 mi
  13. 16/04/2025160,249 km
  14. 25/04/2026165,244 km+4,995 km

Average of roughly 12,140 km per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.

SA62 RLV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 22:20
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

14 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volkswagen Golf (SA62 RLV) between September 2015 and April 2026.

The record contains 11 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 25 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)”.

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