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 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 42,930 miles on the clock, averaging 2,570 miles per year, well 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 GY10 BYV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 42,930 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,374 |
| Average per year | 2,570 |
| 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 | GY10 BYV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 10 — March 2010 to August 2010 |
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About GY10 BYV
What car is GY10 BYV?
GY10 BYV is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2010.
What is the mileage of GY10 BYV?
The last recorded mileage for GY10 BYV was 42,930 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY10 BYV passed its MOT?
GY10 BYV has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2026.
Is GY10 BYV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY10 BYV 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 GY10 BYV?
GY10 BYV is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 10 means registered between 1 March 2010 and 31 August 2010.