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LO11 BYN

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 173,781 miles on the clock, averaging 8,668 miles per year, around 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 LO11 BYN

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
173,781
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2014
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,668

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading173,781 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year8,668
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LO11 BYN 75k100k125k149k174k '14'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,781 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage173,780 miles
Since last MOT+8,669 miles
PASS
Mileage165,111 miles
Since last MOT+11,413 miles
PASS
Mileage153,698 miles
Since last MOT+3,729 miles
PASS
Mileage149,969 miles
Since last MOT+7,241 miles
PASS
Mileage142,728 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,728 miles
Since last MOT+8,409 miles
PASS
Mileage134,319 miles
Since last MOT+5,216 miles
PASS
Mileage129,103 miles
Since last MOT+6,586 miles
PASS
Mileage122,517 miles
Since last MOT+5,517 miles
PASS
Mileage117,000 miles
Since last MOT+6,841 miles
PASS
Mileage110,159 miles
Since last MOT+9,905 miles
PASS
Mileage100,254 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,254 miles
Since last MOT+24,944 miles
PASS
Mileage75,310 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

RegistrationLO11 BYN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeLO — Stanmore, London
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About LO11 BYN

What car is LO11 BYN?

LO11 BYN is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2011.

What is the mileage of LO11 BYN?

The last recorded mileage for LO11 BYN was 173,781 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LO11 BYN passed its MOT?

LO11 BYN has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2025.

Is LO11 BYN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LO11 BYN 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 LO11 BYN?

LO11 BYN is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.