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 1968cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 71,104 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for YE59 GHJ
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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).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YE59 GHJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YE — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About YE59 GHJ
What car is YE59 GHJ?
YE59 GHJ is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Leeds in 2010.
What is the mileage of YE59 GHJ?
The last recorded mileage for YE59 GHJ was 71,104 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YE59 GHJ passed its MOT?
YE59 GHJ has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2018.
Is YE59 GHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YE59 GHJ 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 YE59 GHJ?
YE59 GHJ is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.