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FY60 LJX

2010 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

168,652 mi
Last recorded168,652 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen Golf78,843 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY60 LJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 168,652 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside+nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 155,970 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

covers fitted

Fail 16 Dec 2024 155,959 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2023 148,064 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2022 141,273 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted

Fail 13 Dec 2022 141,271 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2021 133,877 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 8 Jan 2021 127,763 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2019 123,279 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2018 116,878 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 107,658 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 84,389 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 61,345 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 35,672 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 33,776 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 24,911 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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FY60 LJX is a 2010 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2010 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 78,843 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY60 LJX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 16 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY60 LJX?

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What year was FY60 LJX registered?

FY60 LJX is a 2010 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 September 2010.

Is FY60 LJX safe to buy?

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