2010 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · YC10 VGT
2010 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 11 May 2010. Recorded mileage 151,974 miles. MOT valid until 25 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 151,974 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YC10 VGT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/07/2026
- 151,974 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YC10 VGT MOT History
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 (YC10 VGT) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues). 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
YC10 VGT Mileage History
- 05/07/2024120,453 mi
- 15/07/2025142,078 mi+21,625 mi
- 16/07/2025142,078 mi
- 02/07/2026151,973 mi+9,895 mi
- 02/07/2026151,974 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 15,832 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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