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 115,354 miles on the clock, averaging 5,864 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 KS59 YPW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,354 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,864 |
| 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 | KS59 YPW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KS — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About KS59 YPW
What car is KS59 YPW?
KS59 YPW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2010.
What is the mileage of KS59 YPW?
The last recorded mileage for KS59 YPW was 115,354 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS59 YPW passed its MOT?
KS59 YPW has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2025.
Is KS59 YPW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS59 YPW 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 KS59 YPW?
KS59 YPW is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.