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FR11 FJE

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 144,586 miles on the clock, averaging 11,161 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 FJE

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
144,586
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2014
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
11,161

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 reading144,586 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year11,161
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR11 FJE 15k48k80k112k145k '14'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage144,586 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,585 miles
Since last MOT+14,762 miles
PASS
Mileage129,823 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,822 miles
Since last MOT+12,459 miles
PASS
Mileage117,363 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,344 miles
Since last MOT+9,707 miles
PASS
Mileage107,637 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,636 miles
Since last MOT+9,170 miles
PASS
Mileage98,466 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,465 miles
Since last MOT+9,408 miles
PASS
Mileage89,057 miles
Since last MOT+10,520 miles
PASS
Mileage78,537 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,536 miles
Since last MOT+12,874 miles
PASS
Mileage65,662 miles
Since last MOT+18,806 miles
PASS
Mileage46,856 miles
Since last MOT+15,003 miles
PASS
Mileage31,853 miles
Since last MOT+16,136 miles
PASS
Mileage15,717 miles
Since last MOT+181 miles
PASS
Mileage15,536 miles
Since last MOT+236 miles
PASS
Mileage15,300 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage15,300 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).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR11 FJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
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 FJE

What car is FR11 FJE?

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

What is the mileage of FR11 FJE?

The last recorded mileage for FR11 FJE was 144,586 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR11 FJE passed its MOT?

FR11 FJE has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2026.

Is FR11 FJE ULEZ compliant?

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

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