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2010 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · HN10 AWO

HN10 AWO

2010 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2010. Recorded mileage 178,772 miles. MOT expired on 01 Oct 2024. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2010 · Portsmouth
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 01 Oct 2024
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
178,772 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 01 Oct 2024
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2010
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2026-06-18 test was a clear pass with 178,772 miles, marking the most recent verified date. This performance suggests the vehicle has maintained good roadworthiness since 2023, though the 2022-09-09 test indicates a significant deterioration in the rear side repeater, which is a critical structural component. The failure occurred on a date 10 months prior to the current test, suggesting that while the vehicle has not exhibited a catastrophic pattern of failure, the underlying suspension and braking systems are compromised and likely in need of immediate intervention. The mileage trajectory reveals a notable gap between the initial 2023 test and the 2022-09-09 failure, with only 173,835 miles recorded. This gap of 4,998 miles implies that the vehicle was not driven at full capacity during the 2023-2022 period, potentially due to ownership changes or longer periods of inactivity. The subsequent 173,777 miles on 2022-09-08 confirms that the vehicle remains active but is operating under reduced load conditions, which accelerates wear on suspension bushings and brake components. The 2021-09-16 pass on 153,395 miles suggests that the vehicle has recovered from the 2022-09-08 failure, but the 2020-10-03 pass on 134,535 miles indicates that the vehicle has not been fully serviced since 2020, leaving the drivetrain and suspension exposed to increased stress. In summary, the 2023-09-26 MOT passed with 178,772 miles, but the 2022-09-09 failure on 173,777 miles reveals a severe suspension and braking issue that must be addressed before the vehicle reaches 2026. The vehicle is currently in a state of stable, worsening maintenance trend, with the most recent failure occurring 10 months ago. A buyer should inspect the rear side repeater, suspension bushings, and brake discs for corrosion and binding, and check for structural integrity of the chassis and suspension arms, as the vehicle has not been serviced since 2020.
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HN10 AWO Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/09/2023
  • 178,772 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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HN10 AWO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Jun 2026, 03:05
MOT Analysis

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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Volkswagen Golf (HN10 AWO) between September 2022 and September 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 26 September 2023 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: Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.

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ADVISORY

HN10 AWO Mileage History

  1. 08/09/2022173,777 mi
  2. 09/09/2022173,835 mi+58 mi
  3. 26/09/2023178,772 mi+4,937 mi

Average of roughly 4,765 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
35
/ 100 · Poor
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Average MOT pass rate (67%)
1 dangerous defects found recently
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