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 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 136,048 miles on the clock, averaging 6,516 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 DP11 ELH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,048 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -19,999 |
| Average per year | 6,516 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | DP11 ELH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DP — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About DP11 ELH
What car is DP11 ELH?
DP11 ELH is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2011.
What is the mileage of DP11 ELH?
The last recorded mileage for DP11 ELH was 136,048 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DP11 ELH passed its MOT?
DP11 ELH has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Dec 2025.
Is DP11 ELH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DP11 ELH 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 DP11 ELH?
DP11 ELH is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.