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 2012 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 130,354 miles on the clock, averaging 7,416 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for HE11 ECN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 130,354 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,502 |
| Average per year | 7,416 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HE11 ECN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HE — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About HE11 ECN
What car is HE11 ECN?
HE11 ECN is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2012.
What is the mileage of HE11 ECN?
The last recorded mileage for HE11 ECN was 130,354 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HE11 ECN passed its MOT?
HE11 ECN has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Oct 2025.
Is HE11 ECN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HE11 ECN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is HE11 ECN?
HE11 ECN is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.