Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 80,193 miles on the clock, averaging 6,704 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for ccsa and timing chain tensioner/guides. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for DA11 VNJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 80,193 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,205 |
| Average per year | 6,704 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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).
CCSA
Timing chain tensioner/guides
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DA11 VNJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| 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 VNJ
What car is DA11 VNJ?
DA11 VNJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2011.
What is the mileage of DA11 VNJ?
The last recorded mileage for DA11 VNJ was 80,193 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA11 VNJ passed its MOT?
DA11 VNJ has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2019.
Is DA11 VNJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA11 VNJ 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 VNJ?
DA11 VNJ is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.