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 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 173,297 miles on the clock, averaging 9,904 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 FR11 BVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,297 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,904 |
| 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 | FR11 BVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FR — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About FR11 BVU
What car is FR11 BVU?
FR11 BVU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2011.
What is the mileage of FR11 BVU?
The last recorded mileage for FR11 BVU was 173,297 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FR11 BVU passed its MOT?
FR11 BVU has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2026.
Is FR11 BVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FR11 BVU 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 FR11 BVU?
FR11 BVU is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.