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FR11 NZU

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 139,245 miles on the clock, averaging 10,466 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 NZU

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,245
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2014
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
10,466

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 reading139,245 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,219
Average per year10,466
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR11 NZU 38k64k89k114k139k '14'24'19

Check FR11 NZU

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,245 miles
Since last MOT+14,219 miles
PASS
Mileage125,026 miles
Since last MOT+2,132 miles
PASS
Mileage122,894 miles
Since last MOT+10,631 miles
PASS
Mileage112,263 miles
Since last MOT+3,780 miles
PASS
Mileage108,483 miles
Since last MOT+15,588 miles
PASS
Mileage92,895 miles
Since last MOT+14,731 miles
PASS
Mileage78,164 miles
Since last MOT+5,149 miles
PASS
Mileage73,015 miles
Since last MOT+12,552 miles
PASS
Mileage60,463 miles
Since last MOT+9,703 miles
PASS
Mileage50,760 miles
Since last MOT+12,355 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,405 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 NZU
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 NZU

What car is FR11 NZU?

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

What is the mileage of FR11 NZU?

The last recorded mileage for FR11 NZU was 139,245 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR11 NZU passed its MOT?

FR11 NZU has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Mar 2024.

Is FR11 NZU ULEZ compliant?

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

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