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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 85,604 miles on the clock, averaging 4,416 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 SW10 DRZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,604 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,665 |
| Average per year | 4,416 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | SW10 DRZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 10 — March 2010 to August 2010 |
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About SW10 DRZ
What car is SW10 DRZ?
SW10 DRZ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2010.
What is the mileage of SW10 DRZ?
The last recorded mileage for SW10 DRZ was 85,604 miles, recorded on 8 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW10 DRZ passed its MOT?
SW10 DRZ has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Feb 2026.
Is SW10 DRZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW10 DRZ 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 SW10 DRZ?
SW10 DRZ is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 10 means registered between 1 March 2010 and 31 August 2010.