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EY62 DUJ

2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,789 mi
Last recorded46,789 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY62 DUJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2025 46,789 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 41,741 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 36,687 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 30,754 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 21,240 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GTI?

Based on 5,092 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
5,157
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Stop lamp not working 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Headlamp aim too high 5
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EY62 DUJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GTI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EY62 DUJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EY62 DUJ registered?

EY62 DUJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is EY62 DUJ safe to buy?

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