Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2010 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 148,989 miles on the clock, averaging 10,007 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 AO59 TMV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,989 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,078 |
| Average per year | 10,007 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | AO59 TMV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About AO59 TMV
What car is AO59 TMV?
AO59 TMV is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Norwich in 2010.
What is the mileage of AO59 TMV?
The last recorded mileage for AO59 TMV was 148,989 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO59 TMV passed its MOT?
AO59 TMV has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2022.
Is AO59 TMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO59 TMV 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 AO59 TMV?
AO59 TMV is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.