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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 163,969 miles on the clock, averaging 11,095 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 RM02 MLM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,969 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 11,095 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | RM02 MLM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RM — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About RM02 MLM
What car is RM02 MLM?
RM02 MLM is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2010.
What is the mileage of RM02 MLM?
The last recorded mileage for RM02 MLM was 163,969 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RM02 MLM passed its MOT?
RM02 MLM has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2026.
Is RM02 MLM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RM02 MLM 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 RM02 MLM?
RM02 MLM is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.