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FT11 VUV

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 123,999 miles on the clock, averaging 7,026 miles per year, below 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 VUV

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,999
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2014
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,026

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading123,999 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,026
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT11 VUV 50k69k87k106k124k '14'24'21

Check FT11 VUV

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,999 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,999 miles
Since last MOT+6,454 miles
PASS
Mileage117,545 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,545 miles
Since last MOT+3,817 miles
PASS
Mileage113,728 miles
Since last MOT+120 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,608 miles
Since last MOT+4,758 miles
PASS
Mileage108,850 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,850 miles
Since last MOT+4,712 miles
PASS
Mileage104,138 miles
Since last MOT+14,792 miles
PASS
Mileage89,346 miles
Since last MOT+3,696 miles
PASS
Mileage85,650 miles
Since last MOT+3,567 miles
PASS
Mileage82,083 miles
Since last MOT+15,881 miles
PASS
Mileage66,202 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,202 miles
Since last MOT+15,953 miles
PASS
Mileage50,249 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 VUV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
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 VUV

What car is FT11 VUV?

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

What is the mileage of FT11 VUV?

The last recorded mileage for FT11 VUV was 123,999 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT11 VUV passed its MOT?

FT11 VUV has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2024.

Is FT11 VUV ULEZ compliant?

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

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