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 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 86,913 miles on the clock, averaging 6,061 miles per year, below 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 GL10 LLL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,913 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,522 |
| Average per year | 6,061 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | GL10 LLL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 10 — March 2010 to August 2010 |
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About GL10 LLL
What car is GL10 LLL?
GL10 LLL is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2012.
What is the mileage of GL10 LLL?
The last recorded mileage for GL10 LLL was 86,913 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL10 LLL passed its MOT?
GL10 LLL has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Oct 2025.
Is GL10 LLL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL10 LLL 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 GL10 LLL?
GL10 LLL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 10 means registered between 1 March 2010 and 31 August 2010.