Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 132,286 miles on the clock, averaging 13,073 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 KX11 XAY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,286 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 39 |
| Average per year | 13,073 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | KX11 XAY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KX — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About KX11 XAY
What car is KX11 XAY?
KX11 XAY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2011.
What is the mileage of KX11 XAY?
The last recorded mileage for KX11 XAY was 132,286 miles, recorded on 14 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KX11 XAY passed its MOT?
KX11 XAY has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2019.
Is KX11 XAY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KX11 XAY 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 KX11 XAY?
KX11 XAY is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.