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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 40,526 miles on the clock, averaging 2,976 miles per year, well below 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 FHY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 40,526 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,317 |
| Average per year | 2,976 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 FHY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 FHY
What car is FR11 FHY?
FR11 FHY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2011.
What is the mileage of FR11 FHY?
The last recorded mileage for FR11 FHY was 40,526 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FR11 FHY passed its MOT?
FR11 FHY has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Jun 2019.
Is FR11 FHY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FR11 FHY 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 FHY?
FR11 FHY is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.