Vehicle summary
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 77,778 miles on the clock, averaging 4,439 miles per year, well below 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 SV51 FOY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,778 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,439 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SV51 FOY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SV — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About SV51 FOY
What car is SV51 FOY?
SV51 FOY is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2010.
What is the mileage of SV51 FOY?
The last recorded mileage for SV51 FOY was 77,778 miles, recorded on 19 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SV51 FOY passed its MOT?
SV51 FOY has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Dec 2025.
Is SV51 FOY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SV51 FOY 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 SV51 FOY?
SV51 FOY is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.