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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 96,886 miles on the clock, averaging 5,849 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for MA11 SFO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,886 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,003 |
| Average per year | 5,849 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | MA11 SFO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About MA11 SFO
What car is MA11 SFO?
MA11 SFO is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2011.
What is the mileage of MA11 SFO?
The last recorded mileage for MA11 SFO was 96,886 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA11 SFO passed its MOT?
MA11 SFO has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2026.
Is MA11 SFO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA11 SFO 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 MA11 SFO?
MA11 SFO is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.