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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 2012 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1984cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 84,294 miles on the clock, averaging 6,050 miles per year, 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 GT11 EDY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 84,294 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,753 |
| Average per year | 6,050 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | GT11 EDY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GT — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About GT11 EDY
What car is GT11 EDY?
GT11 EDY is a white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.
What is the mileage of GT11 EDY?
The last recorded mileage for GT11 EDY was 84,294 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GT11 EDY passed its MOT?
GT11 EDY has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 Jan 2026.
Is GT11 EDY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GT11 EDY 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 GT11 EDY?
GT11 EDY is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.