Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2010 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 104,170 miles on the clock, averaging 6,815 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for VA59 GAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 104,170 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,513 |
| Average per year | 6,815 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VA59 GAO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About VA59 GAO
What car is VA59 GAO?
VA59 GAO is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Worcester in 2010.
What is the mileage of VA59 GAO?
The last recorded mileage for VA59 GAO was 104,170 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA59 GAO passed its MOT?
VA59 GAO has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Sep 2023.
Is VA59 GAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA59 GAO is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is VA59 GAO?
VA59 GAO is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.