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GU11 CXG

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 92,498 miles on the clock, averaging 7,143 miles per year, below 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 CXG

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,498
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2014
67%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
7,143

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading92,498 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,143
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GU11 CXG 67k74k80k86k92k '14'17'16

Check GU11 CXG

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,498 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,498 miles
Since last MOT+11,307 miles
PASS
Mileage81,191 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,191 miles
Since last MOT+11,792 miles
PASS
Mileage69,399 miles
Since last MOT+2,207 miles
PASS
Mileage67,192 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 CXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
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 CXG

What car is GU11 CXG?

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

What is the mileage of GU11 CXG?

The last recorded mileage for GU11 CXG was 92,498 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU11 CXG passed its MOT?

GU11 CXG has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Sep 2017.

Is GU11 CXG ULEZ compliant?

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

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