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RT03 RBO

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 191,436 miles on the clock, averaging 10,086 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 RT03 RBO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
191,436
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2013
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
10,086

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading191,436 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,086
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RT03 RBO 65k97k128k160k191k '13'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage191,436 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage191,436 miles
Since last MOT+14,330 miles
PASS
Mileage177,106 miles
Since last MOT+21,364 miles
PASS
Mileage155,742 miles
Since last MOT+8,139 miles
PASS
Mileage147,603 miles
Since last MOT+4,035 miles
PASS
Mileage143,568 miles
Since last MOT+2,571 miles
PASS
Mileage140,997 miles
Since last MOT+3,416 miles
PASS
Mileage137,581 miles
Since last MOT+3,587 miles
PASS
Mileage133,994 miles
Since last MOT+16,803 miles
PASS
Mileage117,191 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,191 miles
Since last MOT+24,061 miles
PASS
Mileage93,130 miles
Since last MOT+8,975 miles
PASS
Mileage84,155 miles
Since last MOT+19,160 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,995 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

RegistrationRT03 RBO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2010
First registered
Area codeRT — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RT03 RBO

What car is RT03 RBO?

RT03 RBO is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2010.

What is the mileage of RT03 RBO?

The last recorded mileage for RT03 RBO was 191,436 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RT03 RBO passed its MOT?

RT03 RBO has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2025.

Is RT03 RBO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RT03 RBO 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 RT03 RBO?

RT03 RBO is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.