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FR11 NLZ

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 126,765 miles on the clock, averaging 7,103 miles per year, 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 NLZ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
126,765
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2014
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,103

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading126,765 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,103
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR11 NLZ 49k69k88k107k127k '14'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,765 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,765 miles
Since last MOT+5,708 miles
PASS
Mileage121,057 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,057 miles
Since last MOT+6,472 miles
PASS
Mileage114,585 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,585 miles
Since last MOT+7,057 miles
PASS
Mileage107,528 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,527 miles
Since last MOT+5,999 miles
PASS
Mileage101,528 miles
Since last MOT+4,707 miles
PASS
Mileage96,821 miles
Since last MOT+3,800 miles
PASS
Mileage93,021 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,021 miles
Since last MOT+4,934 miles
PASS
Mileage88,087 miles
Since last MOT+11,140 miles
PASS
Mileage76,947 miles
Since last MOT+5,403 miles
PASS
Mileage71,544 miles
Since last MOT+3,368 miles
PASS
Mileage68,176 miles
Since last MOT+19,064 miles
PASS
Mileage49,112 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 NLZ
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 NLZ

What car is FR11 NLZ?

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

What is the mileage of FR11 NLZ?

The last recorded mileage for FR11 NLZ was 126,765 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR11 NLZ passed its MOT?

FR11 NLZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2025.

Is FR11 NLZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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