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EF11 OUO

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1968cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 119,538 miles on the clock, averaging 7,426 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for EF11 OUO

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,538
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2014
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,426

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading119,538 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year7,426
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF11 OUO 36k57k78k99k120k '14'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,538 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,533 miles
Since last MOT+9,264 miles
PASS
Mileage110,269 miles
Since last MOT+5,691 miles
PASS
Mileage104,578 miles
Since last MOT+5,808 miles
PASS
Mileage98,770 miles
Since last MOT+3,277 miles
PASS
Mileage95,493 miles
Since last MOT+2,047 miles
PASS
Mileage93,446 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,444 miles
Since last MOT+4,666 miles
PASS
Mileage88,778 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,773 miles
Since last MOT+7,170 miles
PASS
Mileage81,603 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,589 miles
Since last MOT+6,321 miles
PASS
Mileage75,268 miles
Since last MOT+7,946 miles
PASS
Mileage67,322 miles
Since last MOT+16,930 miles
PASS
Mileage50,392 miles
Since last MOT+14,822 miles
PASS
Mileage35,570 miles

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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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF11 OUO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About EF11 OUO

What car is EF11 OUO?

EF11 OUO is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2011.

What is the mileage of EF11 OUO?

The last recorded mileage for EF11 OUO was 119,538 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF11 OUO passed its MOT?

EF11 OUO has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2025.

Is EF11 OUO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF11 OUO 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 EF11 OUO?

EF11 OUO is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.