Vehicle summary
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 2010 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1600cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 63,857 miles on the clock, averaging 3,778 miles per year, well below 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 AK10 WVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 63,857 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,568 |
| Average per year | 3,778 |
| 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 | AK10 WVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1600cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 10 — March 2010 to August 2010 |
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About AK10 WVU
What car is AK10 WVU?
AK10 WVU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1600cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2010.
What is the mileage of AK10 WVU?
The last recorded mileage for AK10 WVU was 63,857 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK10 WVU passed its MOT?
AK10 WVU has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Aug 2025.
Is AK10 WVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK10 WVU 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 AK10 WVU?
AK10 WVU is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 10 means registered between 1 March 2010 and 31 August 2010.