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At a glance
This 2010 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 111,362 miles on the clock, averaging 7,211 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for SW59 KAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 111,362 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,211 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SW59 KAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SW59 KAU
What car is SW59 KAU?
SW59 KAU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2010.
What is the mileage of SW59 KAU?
The last recorded mileage for SW59 KAU was 111,362 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW59 KAU passed its MOT?
SW59 KAU has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2025.
Is SW59 KAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW59 KAU 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 SW59 KAU?
SW59 KAU is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.