Vehicle summary
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 208,878 miles on the clock, averaging 13,655 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 FT60 VVZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 208,878 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 32 |
| Average per year | 13,655 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FT60 VVZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 60 — September 2010 to February 2011 |
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About FT60 VVZ
What car is FT60 VVZ?
FT60 VVZ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2011.
What is the mileage of FT60 VVZ?
The last recorded mileage for FT60 VVZ was 208,878 miles, recorded on 1 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT60 VVZ passed its MOT?
FT60 VVZ has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2024.
Is FT60 VVZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT60 VVZ 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 FT60 VVZ?
FT60 VVZ is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 60 means registered between 1 September 2010 and 28 February 2011.