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 1968cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 171,287 miles on the clock, averaging 10,998 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for RK60 XHE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,287 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,998 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RK60 XHE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 60 — September 2010 to February 2011 |
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About RK60 XHE
What car is RK60 XHE?
RK60 XHE is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2010.
What is the mileage of RK60 XHE?
The last recorded mileage for RK60 XHE was 171,287 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK60 XHE passed its MOT?
RK60 XHE has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2026.
Is RK60 XHE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK60 XHE 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 RK60 XHE?
RK60 XHE is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 60 means registered between 1 September 2010 and 28 February 2011.