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 Petrol 1990cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 65,404 miles on the clock, averaging 8,148 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for YL10 VAV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 65,404 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,148 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL10 VAV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1990cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 10 — March 2010 to August 2010 |
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About YL10 VAV
What car is YL10 VAV?
YL10 VAV is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1990cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2010.
What is the mileage of YL10 VAV?
The last recorded mileage for YL10 VAV was 65,404 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL10 VAV passed its MOT?
YL10 VAV has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Apr 2026.
Is YL10 VAV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL10 VAV 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 YL10 VAV?
YL10 VAV is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 10 means registered between 1 March 2010 and 31 August 2010.