Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2010 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 149,667 miles on the clock, averaging 8,925 miles per year, around 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 LF51 FAB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 149,667 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,401 |
| Average per year | 8,925 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | LF51 FAB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LF — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About LF51 FAB
What car is LF51 FAB?
LF51 FAB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2010.
What is the mileage of LF51 FAB?
The last recorded mileage for LF51 FAB was 149,667 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LF51 FAB passed its MOT?
LF51 FAB has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jun 2026.
Is LF51 FAB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LF51 FAB 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 LF51 FAB?
LF51 FAB is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.