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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 Petrol 1984cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 129,581 miles on the clock, averaging 6,291 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for BE55 ELP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 129,581 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,034 |
| Average per year | 6,291 |
| 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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BE55 ELP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BE — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BE55 ELP
What car is BE55 ELP?
BE55 ELP is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2010.
What is the mileage of BE55 ELP?
The last recorded mileage for BE55 ELP was 129,581 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BE55 ELP passed its MOT?
BE55 ELP has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Aug 2026.
Is BE55 ELP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BE55 ELP is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BE55 ELP?
BE55 ELP is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.