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 Petrol 1984cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 79,926 miles on the clock, averaging 3,889 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for GH54 PER
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,926 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,239 |
| Average per year | 3,889 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GH54 PER |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GH — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GH54 PER
What car is GH54 PER?
GH54 PER is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2011.
What is the mileage of GH54 PER?
The last recorded mileage for GH54 PER was 79,926 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GH54 PER passed its MOT?
GH54 PER has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Jul 2026.
Is GH54 PER ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GH54 PER 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 GH54 PER?
GH54 PER is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.