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GJ10 VNU

2010 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 16 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2010
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 165,018 miles on the clock, averaging 11,989 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 GJ10 VNU

MOT Status
Due date passed
165,018
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2013
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
11,989

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 reading165,018 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,021
Average per year11,989
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GJ10 VNU 38k69k101k133k165k '13'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage165,018 miles
Since last MOT+8,021 miles
PASS
Mileage156,997 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage156,997 miles
Since last MOT+14,136 miles
PASS
Mileage142,861 miles
Since last MOT+5,549 miles
PASS
Mileage137,312 miles
Since last MOT+16,957 miles
PASS
Mileage120,355 miles
Since last MOT+1,561 miles
PASS
Mileage118,794 miles
Since last MOT+23,433 miles
PASS
Mileage95,361 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,361 miles
Since last MOT+19,917 miles
PASS
Mileage75,444 miles
Since last MOT+13,148 miles
PASS
Mileage62,296 miles
Since last MOT+13,965 miles
PASS
Mileage48,331 miles
Since last MOT+10,734 miles
PASS
Mileage37,597 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

RegistrationGJ10 VNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2010
First registered
Area codeGJ — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier10 — March 2010 to August 2010

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About GJ10 VNU

What car is GJ10 VNU?

GJ10 VNU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2010.

What is the mileage of GJ10 VNU?

The last recorded mileage for GJ10 VNU was 165,018 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GJ10 VNU passed its MOT?

GJ10 VNU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2024.

Is GJ10 VNU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GJ10 VNU 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 GJ10 VNU?

GJ10 VNU is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 10 means registered between 1 March 2010 and 31 August 2010.