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PK10 ELW

2010 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 16 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2010
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 207,196 miles on the clock, averaging 10,109 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 ELW

MOT Status
Due date passed
207,196
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2013
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
10,109

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading207,196 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,109
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PK10 ELW 93k122k150k179k207k '13'24'20

Check PK10 ELW

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage207,196 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage207,196 miles
Since last MOT+23,793 miles
PASS
Mileage183,403 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage183,403 miles
Since last MOT+7,806 miles
PASS
Mileage175,597 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage175,593 miles
Since last MOT+19,576 miles
PASS
Mileage156,017 miles
Since last MOT+6,645 miles
PASS
Mileage149,372 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,372 miles
Since last MOT+9,834 miles
PASS
Mileage139,538 miles
Since last MOT+7,499 miles
PASS
Mileage132,039 miles
Since last MOT+9,988 miles
PASS
Mileage122,051 miles
Since last MOT+10,690 miles
PASS
Mileage111,361 miles
Since last MOT+8,244 miles
PASS
Mileage103,117 miles
Since last MOT+9,679 miles
PASS
Mileage93,438 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,438 miles

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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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK10 ELW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2010
First registered
Area codePK — Preston, Preston
Age identifier10 — March 2010 to August 2010

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About PK10 ELW

What car is PK10 ELW?

PK10 ELW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2010.

What is the mileage of PK10 ELW?

The last recorded mileage for PK10 ELW was 207,196 miles, recorded on 20 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PK10 ELW passed its MOT?

PK10 ELW has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Jun 2024.

Is PK10 ELW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK10 ELW 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 ELW?

PK10 ELW is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 10 means registered between 1 March 2010 and 31 August 2010.