Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 156,950 miles on the clock, averaging 8,860 miles per year, around 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 GR07 SAR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 156,950 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,517 |
| Average per year | 8,860 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | GR07 SAR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GR — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About GR07 SAR
What car is GR07 SAR?
GR07 SAR is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2011.
What is the mileage of GR07 SAR?
The last recorded mileage for GR07 SAR was 156,950 miles, recorded on 11 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GR07 SAR passed its MOT?
GR07 SAR has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Jun 2026.
Is GR07 SAR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR07 SAR 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 GR07 SAR?
GR07 SAR is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.