Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1395cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 50,121 miles on the clock, averaging 4,856 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for BU11 YBK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 50,121 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,906 |
| Average per year | 4,856 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU11 YBK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About BU11 YBK
What car is BU11 YBK?
BU11 YBK is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2013.
What is the mileage of BU11 YBK?
The last recorded mileage for BU11 YBK was 50,121 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU11 YBK passed its MOT?
BU11 YBK has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2023.
Is BU11 YBK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU11 YBK is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BU11 YBK?
BU11 YBK is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.