Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 149,279 miles on the clock, averaging 9,183 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for ccsa and timing chain tensioner/guides. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for LL11 XEJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,279 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,675 |
| Average per year | 9,183 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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).
CCSA
Timing chain tensioner/guides
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LL11 XEJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LL — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About LL11 XEJ
What car is LL11 XEJ?
LL11 XEJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2011.
What is the mileage of LL11 XEJ?
The last recorded mileage for LL11 XEJ was 149,279 miles, recorded on 23 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LL11 XEJ passed its MOT?
LL11 XEJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Dec 2025.
Is LL11 XEJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LL11 XEJ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is LL11 XEJ?
LL11 XEJ is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.