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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 65,501 miles on the clock, averaging 6,664 miles per year, below 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 RS55 BAT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 65,501 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 6,664 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | RS55 BAT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RS — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RS55 BAT
What car is RS55 BAT?
RS55 BAT is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2010.
What is the mileage of RS55 BAT?
The last recorded mileage for RS55 BAT was 65,501 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RS55 BAT passed its MOT?
RS55 BAT has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Oct 2020.
Is RS55 BAT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RS55 BAT 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 RS55 BAT?
RS55 BAT is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.