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At a glance
This 2010 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 186,308 miles on the clock, averaging 15,472 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for HT59 RFN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,308 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 70 |
| Average per year | 15,472 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | HT59 RFN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HT — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About HT59 RFN
What car is HT59 RFN?
HT59 RFN is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2010.
What is the mileage of HT59 RFN?
The last recorded mileage for HT59 RFN was 186,308 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HT59 RFN passed its MOT?
HT59 RFN has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2026.
Is HT59 RFN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HT59 RFN is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is HT59 RFN?
HT59 RFN is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.