Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 90,643 miles on the clock, averaging 6,247 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 CL04 HAD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 90,643 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,876 |
| Average per year | 6,247 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | CL04 HAD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CL — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About CL04 HAD
What car is CL04 HAD?
CL04 HAD is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2011.
What is the mileage of CL04 HAD?
The last recorded mileage for CL04 HAD was 90,643 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CL04 HAD passed its MOT?
CL04 HAD has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Apr 2026.
Is CL04 HAD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CL04 HAD 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 CL04 HAD?
CL04 HAD is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.