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RO10 VPL

2010 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 16 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2010
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
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 1968cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 249,065 miles on the clock, averaging 15,953 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 RO10 VPL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
249,065
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2013
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
15,953

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading249,065 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,213
Average per year15,953
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RO10 VPL 39k92k144k197k249k '13'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage249,065 miles
Since last MOT+14,213 miles
PASS
Mileage234,852 miles
Since last MOT+7,980 miles
PASS
Mileage226,872 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage226,871 miles
Since last MOT+16,255 miles
PASS
Mileage210,616 miles
Since last MOT+18,166 miles
PASS
Mileage192,450 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage192,450 miles
Since last MOT+14,860 miles
PASS
Mileage177,590 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage177,589 miles
Since last MOT+15,299 miles
PASS
Mileage162,290 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage162,290 miles
Since last MOT+15,182 miles
PASS
Mileage147,108 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage147,108 miles
Since last MOT+25,621 miles
PASS
Mileage121,487 miles
Since last MOT+22,631 miles
PASS
Mileage98,856 miles
Since last MOT+16,426 miles
PASS
Mileage82,430 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,430 miles
Since last MOT+17,249 miles
PASS
Mileage65,181 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,180 miles
Since last MOT+12,225 miles
PASS
Mileage52,955 miles
Since last MOT+13,668 miles
PASS
Mileage39,287 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO10 VPL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2010
First registered
Area codeRO — Reading, Reading
Age identifier10 — March 2010 to August 2010

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About RO10 VPL

What car is RO10 VPL?

RO10 VPL is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2010.

What is the mileage of RO10 VPL?

The last recorded mileage for RO10 VPL was 249,065 miles, recorded on 28 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RO10 VPL passed its MOT?

RO10 VPL has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2026.

Is RO10 VPL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO10 VPL 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 VPL?

RO10 VPL is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 10 means registered between 1 March 2010 and 31 August 2010.