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LO11 UBW

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Stanmore, London · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 157,830 miles on the clock, averaging 8,288 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 UBW

MOT Status
Due date passed
157,830
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2014
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,288

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading157,830 miles
Reading date
Miles last year85
Average per year8,288
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LO11 UBW 64k88k111k134k158k '14'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage157,830 miles
Since last MOT+85 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,745 miles
Since last MOT+2,358 miles
PASS
Mileage155,387 miles
Since last MOT+3,250 miles
PASS
Mileage152,137 miles
Since last MOT+3,186 miles
PASS
Mileage148,951 miles
Since last MOT+4,686 miles
PASS
Mileage144,265 miles
Since last MOT+108 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,157 miles
Since last MOT+20,347 miles
PASS
Mileage123,810 miles
Since last MOT+9,310 miles
PASS
Mileage114,500 miles
Since last MOT+15,314 miles
PASS
Mileage99,186 miles
Since last MOT+18,073 miles
PASS
Mileage81,113 miles
Since last MOT+16,811 miles
PASS
Mileage64,302 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 UBW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeLO — Stanmore, London
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About LO11 UBW

What car is LO11 UBW?

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

What is the mileage of LO11 UBW?

The last recorded mileage for LO11 UBW was 157,830 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LO11 UBW passed its MOT?

LO11 UBW has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Sep 2025.

Is LO11 UBW ULEZ compliant?

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

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