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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 149,314 miles on the clock, averaging 14,646 miles per year, above 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 YE10 LYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,314 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,353 |
| Average per year | 14,646 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | YE10 LYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YE — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 10 — March 2010 to August 2010 |
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About YE10 LYJ
What car is YE10 LYJ?
YE10 LYJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Leeds in 2010.
What is the mileage of YE10 LYJ?
The last recorded mileage for YE10 LYJ was 149,314 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YE10 LYJ passed its MOT?
YE10 LYJ has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2019.
Is YE10 LYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YE10 LYJ 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 YE10 LYJ?
YE10 LYJ is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 10 means registered between 1 March 2010 and 31 August 2010.