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FR11 NLG

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1197cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelPetrol
Engine1197cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Petrol 1197cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 72,866 miles on the clock, averaging 4,698 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for FR11 NLG

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,866
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2014
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
4,698

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading72,866 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,698
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR11 NLG 21k34k47k60k73k '14'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,866 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,866 miles
Since last MOT+1,084 miles
PASS
Mileage71,782 miles
Since last MOT+1,724 miles
PASS
Mileage70,058 miles
Since last MOT+2,151 miles
PASS
Mileage67,907 miles
Since last MOT+4,137 miles
PASS
Mileage63,770 miles
Since last MOT+2,117 miles
PASS
Mileage61,653 miles
Since last MOT+8,304 miles
PASS
Mileage53,349 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,349 miles
Since last MOT+3,282 miles
PASS
Mileage50,067 miles
Since last MOT+9,788 miles
PASS
Mileage40,279 miles
Since last MOT+8,492 miles
PASS
Mileage31,787 miles
Since last MOT+4,597 miles
PASS
Mileage27,190 miles
Since last MOT+6,475 miles
PASS
Mileage20,715 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 NLG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1197cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeFR — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About FR11 NLG

What car is FR11 NLG?

FR11 NLG is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2011.

What is the mileage of FR11 NLG?

The last recorded mileage for FR11 NLG was 72,866 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR11 NLG passed its MOT?

FR11 NLG has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2025.

Is FR11 NLG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FR11 NLG is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is FR11 NLG?

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