Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 162,061 miles on the clock, averaging 8,651 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for BF11 RVE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 162,061 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 46 |
| Average per year | 8,651 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2008–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Rear coil springs (fracture/snapping)
Rear coil springs snap or break, often at the bottom coil due to corrosion or fatigue (carried over from Mk5 design weakness). · Typical repair: £200-£400 (pair of springs + labour).
Window regulators (driver's door mainly)
Plastic gears or cables in regulator wear/fail, causing window to drop or stick. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + labour).
Suspension bushes (rear trailing arm and front control arm bushes)
Rubber bushes degrade, leading to play in suspension arms. · Typical repair: £250-£500 (full rear set + labour).
ABS sensor/module faults
Wheel speed sensor wiring corrodes or module fails internally. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (sensors) or £600+ (module).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BF11 RVE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About BF11 RVE
What car is BF11 RVE?
BF11 RVE is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2011.
What is the mileage of BF11 RVE?
The last recorded mileage for BF11 RVE was 162,061 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF11 RVE passed its MOT?
BF11 RVE has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Sep 2025.
Is BF11 RVE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF11 RVE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2011, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BF11 RVE?
BF11 RVE is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.