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CF10 ELL

2012 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Blue Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 73,466 miles on the clock, averaging 4,465 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for CF10 ELL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
73,466
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
4,465

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading73,466 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,465
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CF10 ELL 26k38k50k62k73k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,466 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,466 miles
Since last MOT+3,661 miles
PASS
Mileage69,805 miles
Since last MOT+136 miles
PASS
Mileage69,669 miles
Since last MOT+90 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,579 miles
Since last MOT+3,909 miles
PASS
Mileage65,670 miles
Since last MOT+3,932 miles
PASS
Mileage61,738 miles
Since last MOT+2,552 miles
PASS
Mileage59,186 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,179 miles
Since last MOT+1,315 miles
PASS
Mileage57,864 miles
Since last MOT+5,361 miles
PASS
Mileage52,503 miles
Since last MOT+5,278 miles
PASS
Mileage47,225 miles
Since last MOT+6,634 miles
PASS
Mileage40,591 miles
Since last MOT+6,855 miles
PASS
Mileage33,736 miles
Since last MOT+7,702 miles
PASS
Mileage26,034 miles

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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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF10 ELL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeCF — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier10 — March 2010 to August 2010

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About CF10 ELL

What car is CF10 ELL?

CF10 ELL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2012.

What is the mileage of CF10 ELL?

The last recorded mileage for CF10 ELL was 73,466 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CF10 ELL passed its MOT?

CF10 ELL has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2025.

Is CF10 ELL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CF10 ELL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is CF10 ELL?

CF10 ELL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 10 means registered between 1 March 2010 and 31 August 2010.