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At a glance
This 2010 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 121,287 miles on the clock, averaging 7,891 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for RY06 JAM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 121,287 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,891 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY06 JAM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About RY06 JAM
What car is RY06 JAM?
RY06 JAM is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2010.
What is the mileage of RY06 JAM?
The last recorded mileage for RY06 JAM was 121,287 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY06 JAM passed its MOT?
RY06 JAM has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2026.
Is RY06 JAM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY06 JAM is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is RY06 JAM?
RY06 JAM is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.