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FR11 PHO

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 184,070 miles on the clock, averaging 14,087 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 PHO

MOT Status
Due date passed
184,070
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2014
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
14,087

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 reading184,070 miles
Reading date
Miles last year31,078
Average per year14,087
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR11 PHO 46k81k115k150k184k '14'24'19

Check FR11 PHO

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage184,070 miles
Since last MOT+31,078 miles
PASS
Mileage152,992 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage152,992 miles
Since last MOT+10,091 miles
PASS
Mileage142,901 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,901 miles
Since last MOT+5,296 miles
PASS
Mileage137,605 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,604 miles
Since last MOT+11,779 miles
PASS
Mileage125,825 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,825 miles
Since last MOT+16,163 miles
PASS
Mileage109,662 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,662 miles
Since last MOT+15,934 miles
PASS
Mileage93,728 miles
Since last MOT+15,082 miles
PASS
Mileage78,646 miles
Since last MOT+16,735 miles
PASS
Mileage61,911 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,906 miles
Since last MOT+15,838 miles
PASS
Mileage46,068 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 PHO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
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 PHO

What car is FR11 PHO?

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

What is the mileage of FR11 PHO?

The last recorded mileage for FR11 PHO was 184,070 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR11 PHO passed its MOT?

FR11 PHO has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Jun 2024.

Is FR11 PHO ULEZ compliant?

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

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