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FV10 DCE

2010 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 16 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2010
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 2010 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 172,011 miles on the clock, averaging 10,970 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 FV10 DCE

MOT Status
Due date passed
172,011
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2013
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
10,970

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading172,011 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,540
Average per year10,970
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV10 DCE 37k71k105k138k172k '13'25'19

Check FV10 DCE

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage172,011 miles
Since last MOT+8,540 miles
PASS
Mileage163,471 miles
Since last MOT+6,336 miles
PASS
Mileage157,135 miles
Since last MOT+22,509 miles
PASS
Mileage134,626 miles
Since last MOT+11,391 miles
PASS
Mileage123,235 miles
Since last MOT+11,334 miles
PASS
Mileage111,901 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,901 miles
Since last MOT+9,679 miles
PASS
Mileage102,222 miles
Since last MOT+13,819 miles
PASS
Mileage88,403 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,403 miles
Since last MOT+13,068 miles
PASS
Mileage75,335 miles
Since last MOT+9,432 miles
PASS
Mileage65,903 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,903 miles
Since last MOT+7,305 miles
PASS
Mileage58,598 miles
Since last MOT+11,078 miles
PASS
Mileage47,520 miles
Since last MOT+10,155 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,365 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV10 DCE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2010
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier10 — March 2010 to August 2010

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About FV10 DCE

What car is FV10 DCE?

FV10 DCE is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2010.

What is the mileage of FV10 DCE?

The last recorded mileage for FV10 DCE was 172,011 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV10 DCE passed its MOT?

FV10 DCE has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Aug 2025.

Is FV10 DCE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV10 DCE 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 FV10 DCE?

FV10 DCE is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 10 means registered between 1 March 2010 and 31 August 2010.