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2010 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · EN59 XYU

EN59 XYU

2010 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 26 Feb 2010. Recorded mileage 76,938 miles. MOT expired on 18 Jun 2026.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2010 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 18 Jun 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
76,938 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 18 Jun 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2010
Engine
1598cc
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EN59 XYU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/06/2025
  • 76,938 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

EN59 XYU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Oct 2026, 05:41
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Volkswagen Golf (EN59 XYU) between March 2023 and June 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 20 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

EN59 XYU Mileage History

  1. 16/03/202340,074 mi
  2. 17/06/202341,110 mi+1,036 mi
  3. 17/06/202341,110 mi
  4. 15/06/202458,995 mi+17,885 mi
  5. 20/06/202576,938 mi+17,943 mi

Average of roughly 16,277 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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