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FR11 PYL

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 279,004 miles on the clock, averaging 20,158 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 PYL

MOT Status
Due date passed
279,004
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2014
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
20,158

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 reading279,004 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,445
Average per year20,158
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FR11 PYL 62k116k170k225k279k '14'25'20

Check FR11 PYL

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage279,004 miles
Since last MOT+13,445 miles
PASS
Mileage265,559 miles
Since last MOT+8,633 miles
PASS
Mileage256,926 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage256,924 miles
Since last MOT+19,875 miles
PASS
Mileage237,049 miles
Since last MOT+20,405 miles
PASS
Mileage216,644 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage216,644 miles
Since last MOT+19,630 miles
PASS
Mileage197,014 miles
Since last MOT+23,306 miles
PASS
Mileage173,708 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage173,706 miles
Since last MOT+19,547 miles
PASS
Mileage154,159 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,159 miles
Since last MOT+26,470 miles
PASS
Mileage127,689 miles
Since last MOT+23,102 miles
PASS
Mileage104,587 miles
Since last MOT+27,047 miles
PASS
Mileage77,540 miles
Since last MOT+15,930 miles
PASS
Mileage61,610 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 PYL
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 PYL

What car is FR11 PYL?

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

What is the mileage of FR11 PYL?

The last recorded mileage for FR11 PYL was 279,004 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR11 PYL passed its MOT?

FR11 PYL has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Jun 2025.

Is FR11 PYL ULEZ compliant?

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

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