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 11 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 145,295 miles on the clock, averaging 5,612 miles per year, below 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 RO10 ESN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 145,295 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,436 |
| Average per year | 5,612 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | RO10 ESN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 10 — March 2010 to August 2010 |
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About RO10 ESN
What car is RO10 ESN?
RO10 ESN is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2010.
What is the mileage of RO10 ESN?
The last recorded mileage for RO10 ESN was 145,295 miles, recorded on 21 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO10 ESN passed its MOT?
RO10 ESN has had 11 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (11 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 21 Mar 2023.
Is RO10 ESN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO10 ESN 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 RO10 ESN?
RO10 ESN is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 10 means registered between 1 March 2010 and 31 August 2010.