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At a glance
This 2010 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 107,920 miles on the clock at the last MOT. 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 WM59 CLJ
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Full MOT Test History 1 test 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 | WM59 CLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WM — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About WM59 CLJ
What car is WM59 CLJ?
WM59 CLJ is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2010.
What is the mileage of WM59 CLJ?
The last recorded mileage for WM59 CLJ was 107,920 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WM59 CLJ passed its MOT?
WM59 CLJ has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2013.
Is WM59 CLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM59 CLJ 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 WM59 CLJ?
WM59 CLJ is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.