Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2010 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 94,387 miles on the clock, averaging 20,353 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 SO04 MAM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 94,387 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 23,446 |
| Average per year | 20,353 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 | SO04 MAM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SO04 MAM
What car is SO04 MAM?
SO04 MAM is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2010.
What is the mileage of SO04 MAM?
The last recorded mileage for SO04 MAM was 94,387 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO04 MAM passed its MOT?
SO04 MAM has had 4 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (4 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2016.
Is SO04 MAM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO04 MAM 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 SO04 MAM?
SO04 MAM is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.