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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 167,402 miles on the clock, averaging 10,522 miles per year, above 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 DS11 UAK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,402 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,522 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | DS11 UAK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About DS11 UAK
What car is DS11 UAK?
DS11 UAK is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2011.
What is the mileage of DS11 UAK?
The last recorded mileage for DS11 UAK was 167,402 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS11 UAK passed its MOT?
DS11 UAK has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2025.
Is DS11 UAK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS11 UAK 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 DS11 UAK?
DS11 UAK is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.