VOLKSWAGEN GOLF2010 · 1.6L DIESEL
Vehicle Insight Summary
Considering this 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF? It's a DIESEL with a 1600cc engine showing 157,341 miles. MOT is valid and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.
- Fuel
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2010
- Engine
- 1600cc
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Full MOT History
This 2010 Volkswagen Golf (FE10 AOC) has a recorded MOT history spanning from March 2023 to March 2026, with 5 MOT tests on record.
With 4 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 80%. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.
The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.
There are 26 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.
A total of 4 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
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Buyer's Guide
AI-powered analysis based on real MOT data and market insights.
Our Verdict
Proceed with caution. While this Golf has consistently passed its MOTs, the recurring advisories regarding suspension corrosion and parking brake efficiency suggest that this vehicle is beginning to show its age and will require immediate maintenance investment.
When inspecting this vehicle, pay close attention to the rear suspension and sub-frame. The MOT history has flagged corrosion in these areas for several years; ensure that this is merely surface oxidation and not structural degradation. You should also test the parking brake thoroughly on a hill, as the efficiency has been flagged as 'only just meeting' requirements across multiple inspections.
Check the service history for evidence of cambelt and water pump replacement, which are critical on the 1.6 TDI engine at these mileages. Given the history of tyre wear and brake disc advisories, factor in the cost of a full mechanical inspection and potential immediate repairs to the braking system and suspension bushes to bring the car back to a reliable standard.
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