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FR11 PNY

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 184,649 miles on the clock, averaging 12,402 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 PNY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
184,649
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2014
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
12,402

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 reading184,649 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,320
Average per year12,402
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR11 PNY 44k79k114k149k185k '14'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage184,649 miles
Since last MOT+4,320 miles
PASS
Mileage180,329 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage180,326 miles
Since last MOT+5,075 miles
PASS
Mileage175,251 miles
Since last MOT+12,946 miles
PASS
Mileage162,305 miles
Since last MOT+18,014 miles
PASS
Mileage144,291 miles
Since last MOT+13,822 miles
PASS
Mileage130,469 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,469 miles
Since last MOT+16,805 miles
PASS
Mileage113,664 miles
Since last MOT+12,999 miles
PASS
Mileage100,665 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,665 miles
Since last MOT+12,900 miles
PASS
Mileage87,765 miles
Since last MOT+14,743 miles
PASS
Mileage73,022 miles
Since last MOT+15,231 miles
PASS
Mileage57,791 miles
Since last MOT+13,908 miles
PASS
Mileage43,883 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 PNY
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 PNY

What car is FR11 PNY?

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

What is the mileage of FR11 PNY?

The last recorded mileage for FR11 PNY was 184,649 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR11 PNY passed its MOT?

FR11 PNY has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2025.

Is FR11 PNY ULEZ compliant?

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

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