Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2010 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 166,879 miles on the clock, averaging 11,505 miles per year, above 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 SL10 XAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,879 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 48,710 |
| Average per year | 11,505 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SL10 XAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 10 — March 2010 to August 2010 |
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About SL10 XAU
What car is SL10 XAU?
SL10 XAU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2010.
What is the mileage of SL10 XAU?
The last recorded mileage for SL10 XAU was 166,879 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL10 XAU passed its MOT?
SL10 XAU has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Oct 2025.
Is SL10 XAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL10 XAU 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 SL10 XAU?
SL10 XAU is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 10 means registered between 1 March 2010 and 31 August 2010.