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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1984cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 143,582 miles on the clock, averaging 10,276 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for DA11 URE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,582 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,964 |
| Average per year | 10,276 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DA11 URE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About DA11 URE
What car is DA11 URE?
DA11 URE is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Chester in 2011.
What is the mileage of DA11 URE?
The last recorded mileage for DA11 URE was 143,582 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA11 URE passed its MOT?
DA11 URE has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2026.
Is DA11 URE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA11 URE 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 DA11 URE?
DA11 URE is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.