Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 92,838 miles on the clock, averaging 5,764 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 HW05 HAD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 92,838 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,509 |
| Average per year | 5,764 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | HW05 HAD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About HW05 HAD
What car is HW05 HAD?
HW05 HAD is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2011.
What is the mileage of HW05 HAD?
The last recorded mileage for HW05 HAD was 92,838 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW05 HAD passed its MOT?
HW05 HAD has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Oct 2025.
Is HW05 HAD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW05 HAD 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 HW05 HAD?
HW05 HAD is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.