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FP11 PZJ

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 118,574 miles on the clock, averaging 8,080 miles per year, around 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 FP11 PZJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
118,574
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
8,080

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 reading118,574 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,080
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FP11 PZJ 23k47k71k95k119k '14'26'21

Check FP11 PZJ

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,574 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,574 miles
Since last MOT+16,779 miles
PASS
Mileage101,795 miles
Since last MOT+13,809 miles
PASS
Mileage87,986 miles
Since last MOT+6,337 miles
PASS
Mileage81,649 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,647 miles
Since last MOT+7,719 miles
PASS
Mileage73,928 miles
Since last MOT+7,128 miles
PASS
Mileage66,800 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,798 miles
Since last MOT+5,439 miles
PASS
Mileage61,359 miles
Since last MOT+3,518 miles
PASS
Mileage57,841 miles
Since last MOT+5,911 miles
PASS
Mileage51,930 miles
Since last MOT+4,788 miles
PASS
Mileage47,142 miles
Since last MOT+7,551 miles
PASS
Mileage39,591 miles
Since last MOT+7,679 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,912 miles
Since last MOT+9,384 miles
PASS
Mileage22,528 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

RegistrationFP11 PZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeFP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About FP11 PZJ

What car is FP11 PZJ?

FP11 PZJ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2011.

What is the mileage of FP11 PZJ?

The last recorded mileage for FP11 PZJ was 118,574 miles, recorded on 23 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FP11 PZJ passed its MOT?

FP11 PZJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Apr 2026.

Is FP11 PZJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP11 PZJ 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 FP11 PZJ?

FP11 PZJ is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.