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CK11 XAR

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 89,071 miles on the clock, averaging 6,546 miles per year, below 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 CK11 XAR

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,071
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2014
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,546

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading89,071 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,546
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CK11 XAR 14k33k52k70k89k '14'25'21

Check CK11 XAR

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,071 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,071 miles
Since last MOT+7,504 miles
PASS
Mileage81,567 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,567 miles
Since last MOT+6,854 miles
PASS
Mileage74,713 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,713 miles
Since last MOT+7,157 miles
PASS
Mileage67,556 miles
Since last MOT+1,713 miles
PASS
Mileage65,843 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,843 miles
Since last MOT+3,967 miles
PASS
Mileage61,876 miles
Since last MOT+5,559 miles
PASS
Mileage56,317 miles
Since last MOT+5,858 miles
PASS
Mileage50,459 miles
Since last MOT+7,820 miles
PASS
Mileage42,639 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,639 miles
Since last MOT+12,393 miles
PASS
Mileage30,246 miles
Since last MOT+15,911 miles
PASS
Mileage14,335 miles

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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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK11 XAR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeCK — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About CK11 XAR

What car is CK11 XAR?

CK11 XAR is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2011.

What is the mileage of CK11 XAR?

The last recorded mileage for CK11 XAR was 89,071 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CK11 XAR passed its MOT?

CK11 XAR has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2025.

Is CK11 XAR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CK11 XAR 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 CK11 XAR?

CK11 XAR is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.