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FT11 XWA

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourSilver
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 1968cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 97,914 miles on the clock, averaging 5,050 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for FT11 XWA

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,914
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2014
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,050

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 reading97,914 miles
Reading date
Miles last year97
Average per year5,050
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT11 XWA 41k55k69k84k98k '14'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,914 miles
Since last MOT+97 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,817 miles
Since last MOT+3,354 miles
PASS
Mileage94,463 miles
Since last MOT+3,002 miles
PASS
Mileage91,461 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,461 miles
Since last MOT+2,810 miles
PASS
Mileage88,651 miles
Since last MOT+2,555 miles
PASS
Mileage86,096 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,096 miles
Since last MOT+2,450 miles
PASS
Mileage83,646 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,646 miles
Since last MOT+2,246 miles
PASS
Mileage81,400 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,400 miles
Since last MOT+6,177 miles
PASS
Mileage75,223 miles
Since last MOT+8,199 miles
PASS
Mileage67,024 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,024 miles
Since last MOT+8,233 miles
PASS
Mileage58,791 miles
Since last MOT+8,416 miles
PASS
Mileage50,375 miles
Since last MOT+1,460 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,915 miles
Since last MOT+8,098 miles
PASS
Mileage40,817 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT11 XWA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeFT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About FT11 XWA

What car is FT11 XWA?

FT11 XWA is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2011.

What is the mileage of FT11 XWA?

The last recorded mileage for FT11 XWA was 97,914 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT11 XWA passed its MOT?

FT11 XWA has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2025.

Is FT11 XWA ULEZ compliant?

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

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