Vehicle summary
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 148,980 miles on the clock, averaging 9,526 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 LO11 VLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,980 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,526 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | LO11 VLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LO — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About LO11 VLJ
What car is LO11 VLJ?
LO11 VLJ is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2011.
What is the mileage of LO11 VLJ?
The last recorded mileage for LO11 VLJ was 148,980 miles, recorded on 22 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LO11 VLJ passed its MOT?
LO11 VLJ has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Apr 2026.
Is LO11 VLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LO11 VLJ 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 VLJ?
LO11 VLJ is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.