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 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 147,889 miles on the clock, averaging 10,112 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 GU60 VXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,889 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,112 |
| 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 | GU60 VXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 60 — September 2010 to February 2011 |
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About GU60 VXL
What car is GU60 VXL?
GU60 VXL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2010.
What is the mileage of GU60 VXL?
The last recorded mileage for GU60 VXL was 147,889 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU60 VXL passed its MOT?
GU60 VXL has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2023.
Is GU60 VXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU60 VXL 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 GU60 VXL?
GU60 VXL is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 60 means registered between 1 September 2010 and 28 February 2011.