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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 191,617 miles on the clock, averaging 10,491 miles per year, above 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 PK10 ELJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 191,617 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,491 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | PK10 ELJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 10 — March 2010 to August 2010 |
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About PK10 ELJ
What car is PK10 ELJ?
PK10 ELJ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2010.
What is the mileage of PK10 ELJ?
The last recorded mileage for PK10 ELJ was 191,617 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK10 ELJ passed its MOT?
PK10 ELJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2022.
Is PK10 ELJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK10 ELJ 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 PK10 ELJ?
PK10 ELJ is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 10 means registered between 1 March 2010 and 31 August 2010.