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FG11 BRV

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 141,247 miles on the clock, averaging 9,141 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 FG11 BRV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
141,247
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2014
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
9,141

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading141,247 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,626
Average per year9,141
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FG11 BRV 28k56k85k113k141k '14'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage141,247 miles
Since last MOT+2,626 miles
PASS
Mileage138,621 miles
Since last MOT+1,753 miles
PASS
Mileage136,868 miles
Since last MOT+1,976 miles
PASS
Mileage134,892 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,892 miles
Since last MOT+4,160 miles
PASS
Mileage130,732 miles
Since last MOT+6,409 miles
PASS
Mileage124,323 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,323 miles
Since last MOT+8,153 miles
PASS
Mileage116,170 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,170 miles
Since last MOT+10,278 miles
PASS
Mileage105,892 miles
Since last MOT+16,192 miles
PASS
Mileage89,700 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,700 miles
Since last MOT+16,446 miles
PASS
Mileage73,254 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,239 miles
Since last MOT+18,182 miles
PASS
Mileage55,057 miles
Since last MOT+13,346 miles
PASS
Mileage41,711 miles
Since last MOT+2,404 miles
PASS
Mileage39,307 miles
Since last MOT+11,553 miles
PASS
Mileage27,754 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG11 BRV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeFG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About FG11 BRV

What car is FG11 BRV?

FG11 BRV is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2011.

What is the mileage of FG11 BRV?

The last recorded mileage for FG11 BRV was 141,247 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FG11 BRV passed its MOT?

FG11 BRV has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2026.

Is FG11 BRV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG11 BRV 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 FG11 BRV?

FG11 BRV is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.