Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2010 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 170,298 miles on the clock, averaging 10,231 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for EF59 VWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,298 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,748 |
| Average per year | 10,231 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | EF59 VWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About EF59 VWY
What car is EF59 VWY?
EF59 VWY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2010.
What is the mileage of EF59 VWY?
The last recorded mileage for EF59 VWY was 170,298 miles, recorded on 23 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF59 VWY passed its MOT?
EF59 VWY has had 12 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (12 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 23 Dec 2025.
Is EF59 VWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF59 VWY 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 EF59 VWY?
EF59 VWY is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.