Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 53,641 miles on the clock, averaging 2,622 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for FY11 OES
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 53,641 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 2,622 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | FY11 OES |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About FY11 OES
What car is FY11 OES?
FY11 OES is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2011.
What is the mileage of FY11 OES?
The last recorded mileage for FY11 OES was 53,641 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY11 OES passed its MOT?
FY11 OES has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Jan 2026.
Is FY11 OES ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY11 OES is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is FY11 OES?
FY11 OES is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.