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FR11 BXV

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Lincoln, 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 150,296 miles on the clock, averaging 9,301 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 BXV

MOT Status
Due date passed
150,296
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
9,301

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading150,296 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-630
Average per year9,301
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR11 BXV 52k76k101k126k150k '14'25'21

Check FR11 BXV

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage150,296 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,926 miles
Since last MOT+4,292 miles
PASS
Mileage146,634 miles
Since last MOT+37 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,597 miles
Since last MOT+6,747 miles
PASS
Mileage139,850 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage139,850 miles
Since last MOT+13,239 miles
PASS
Mileage126,611 miles
Since last MOT+12,084 miles
PASS
Mileage114,527 miles
Since last MOT+13,163 miles
PASS
Mileage101,364 miles
Since last MOT+2,536 miles
PASS
Mileage98,828 miles
Since last MOT+9,198 miles
PASS
Mileage89,630 miles
Since last MOT+8,751 miles
PASS
Mileage80,879 miles
Since last MOT+9,779 miles
PASS
Mileage71,100 miles
Since last MOT+9,387 miles
PASS
Mileage61,713 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,699 miles
Since last MOT+10,035 miles
PASS
Mileage51,664 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

RegistrationFR11 BXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeFR — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About FR11 BXV

What car is FR11 BXV?

FR11 BXV is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2011.

What is the mileage of FR11 BXV?

The last recorded mileage for FR11 BXV was 150,296 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR11 BXV passed its MOT?

FR11 BXV has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2025.

Is FR11 BXV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FR11 BXV 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 BXV?

FR11 BXV is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.