Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2010 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 197,561 miles on the clock, averaging 12,982 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for NL10 YCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,561 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,086 |
| Average per year | 12,982 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL10 YCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 10 — March 2010 to August 2010 |
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About NL10 YCU
What car is NL10 YCU?
NL10 YCU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2010.
What is the mileage of NL10 YCU?
The last recorded mileage for NL10 YCU was 197,561 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL10 YCU passed its MOT?
NL10 YCU has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 Sep 2025.
Is NL10 YCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL10 YCU 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 NL10 YCU?
NL10 YCU is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 10 means registered between 1 March 2010 and 31 August 2010.