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FT11 GHU

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 164,410 miles on the clock, averaging 10,242 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 FT11 GHU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
164,410
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2014
57%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
10,242

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading164,410 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,655
Average per year10,242
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT11 GHU 41k72k102k133k164k '14'26'19

Check FT11 GHU

Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage164,410 miles
Since last MOT+4,655 miles
PASS
Mileage159,755 miles
Since last MOT+63 miles
FAIL
Mileage159,692 miles
Since last MOT+32,421 miles
PASS
Mileage127,271 miles
Since last MOT+6,769 miles
PASS
Mileage120,502 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,499 miles
Since last MOT+6,557 miles
PASS
Mileage113,942 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,941 miles
Since last MOT+7,704 miles
PASS
Mileage106,237 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,237 miles
Since last MOT+8,778 miles
PASS
Mileage97,459 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,459 miles
Since last MOT+10,562 miles
PASS
Mileage86,897 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,897 miles
Since last MOT+9,980 miles
PASS
Mileage76,917 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,917 miles
Since last MOT+9,519 miles
PASS
Mileage67,398 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,398 miles
Since last MOT+12,219 miles
PASS
Mileage55,179 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,179 miles
Since last MOT+14,593 miles
PASS
Mileage40,586 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

RegistrationFT11 GHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeFT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About FT11 GHU

What car is FT11 GHU?

FT11 GHU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2011.

What is the mileage of FT11 GHU?

The last recorded mileage for FT11 GHU was 164,410 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT11 GHU passed its MOT?

FT11 GHU has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 22 Jul 2026.

Is FT11 GHU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT11 GHU 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 FT11 GHU?

FT11 GHU is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.