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GU11 CWJ

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 153,328 miles on the clock, averaging 9,536 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 GU11 CWJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
153,328
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2014
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,536

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading153,328 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,536
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU11 CWJ 37k66k95k124k153k '14'26'20

Check GU11 CWJ

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage153,328 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,328 miles
PASS
Mileage229,805 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage229,805 miles
Since last MOT+31,678 miles
PASS
Mileage198,127 miles
Since last MOT+89,743 miles
PASS
Mileage108,384 miles
Since last MOT+6,785 miles
PASS
Mileage101,599 miles
Since last MOT+6,077 miles
PASS
Mileage95,522 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,518 miles
Since last MOT+8,623 miles
PASS
Mileage86,895 miles
Since last MOT+8,389 miles
PASS
Mileage78,506 miles
Since last MOT+11,252 miles
PASS
Mileage67,254 miles
Since last MOT+12,167 miles
PASS
Mileage55,087 miles
Since last MOT+9,199 miles
PASS
Mileage45,888 miles
Since last MOT+6,403 miles
PASS
Mileage39,485 miles
Since last MOT+2,754 miles
PASS
Mileage36,731 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

RegistrationGU11 CWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About GU11 CWJ

What car is GU11 CWJ?

GU11 CWJ is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2011.

What is the mileage of GU11 CWJ?

The last recorded mileage for GU11 CWJ was 153,328 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU11 CWJ passed its MOT?

GU11 CWJ has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Apr 2026.

Is GU11 CWJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU11 CWJ 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 GU11 CWJ?

GU11 CWJ is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.