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SN10 RCA

2010 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 16 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2010
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 1598cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 16,173 miles on the clock at the last MOT. 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 SN10 RCA

MOT Status
Due date passed
16,173
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2013
50%
Pass Rate
1 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading16,173 miles
Reading date
Mileage consistencyUnknown
Mileage over time for SN10 RCA 16k16k16k16k16k '13'13

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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage16,173 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage16,173 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN10 RCA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2010
First registered
Area codeSN — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier10 — March 2010 to August 2010

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About SN10 RCA

What car is SN10 RCA?

SN10 RCA is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2010.

What is the mileage of SN10 RCA?

The last recorded mileage for SN10 RCA was 16,173 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN10 RCA passed its MOT?

SN10 RCA has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Jul 2013.

Is SN10 RCA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN10 RCA 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 SN10 RCA?

SN10 RCA is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 10 means registered between 1 March 2010 and 31 August 2010.