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 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 182,714 miles on the clock, averaging 13,405 miles per year, above 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 FR05 TAV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 182,714 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,405 |
| 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).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FR05 TAV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FR — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FR05 TAV
What car is FR05 TAV?
FR05 TAV is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2010.
What is the mileage of FR05 TAV?
The last recorded mileage for FR05 TAV was 182,714 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FR05 TAV passed its MOT?
FR05 TAV has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Sep 2025.
Is FR05 TAV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FR05 TAV 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 FR05 TAV?
FR05 TAV is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.