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FY11 VBK

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 143,583 miles on the clock, averaging 9,129 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 FY11 VBK

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
143,583
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2014
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,129

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 reading143,583 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,447
Average per year9,129
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FY11 VBK 33k61k88k116k144k '14'26'19

Check FY11 VBK

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,583 miles
Since last MOT+3,447 miles
PASS
Mileage140,136 miles
Since last MOT+3,755 miles
PASS
Mileage136,381 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,381 miles
Since last MOT+11,497 miles
PASS
Mileage124,884 miles
Since last MOT+7,959 miles
PASS
Mileage116,925 miles
Since last MOT+10,713 miles
PASS
Mileage106,212 miles
Since last MOT+9,349 miles
PASS
Mileage96,863 miles
Since last MOT+4,717 miles
PASS
Mileage92,146 miles
Since last MOT+15,363 miles
PASS
Mileage76,783 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,783 miles
Since last MOT+19,047 miles
PASS
Mileage57,736 miles
Since last MOT+163 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,573 miles
Since last MOT+12,959 miles
PASS
Mileage44,614 miles
Since last MOT+11,225 miles
PASS
Mileage33,389 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

RegistrationFY11 VBK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About FY11 VBK

What car is FY11 VBK?

FY11 VBK is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2011.

What is the mileage of FY11 VBK?

The last recorded mileage for FY11 VBK was 143,583 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY11 VBK passed its MOT?

FY11 VBK has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Mar 2026.

Is FY11 VBK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY11 VBK 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 FY11 VBK?

FY11 VBK is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.