Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 125,977 miles on the clock, averaging 7,436 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 EM55 BBM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 125,977 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,980 |
| Average per year | 7,436 |
| 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).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EM55 BBM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EM — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About EM55 BBM
What car is EM55 BBM?
EM55 BBM is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2011.
What is the mileage of EM55 BBM?
The last recorded mileage for EM55 BBM was 125,977 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EM55 BBM passed its MOT?
EM55 BBM has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Jan 2026.
Is EM55 BBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EM55 BBM 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 EM55 BBM?
EM55 BBM is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.