Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2010 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1600cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 139,298 miles on the clock, averaging 10,824 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for AG59 AKJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 139,298 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 10,824 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AG59 AKJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1600cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AG — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About AG59 AKJ
What car is AG59 AKJ?
AG59 AKJ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1600cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2010.
What is the mileage of AG59 AKJ?
The last recorded mileage for AG59 AKJ was 139,298 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AG59 AKJ passed its MOT?
AG59 AKJ has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Jan 2024.
Is AG59 AKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AG59 AKJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2010, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AG59 AKJ?
AG59 AKJ is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.