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MK11 CBU

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Blue Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlue
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 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 126,729 miles on the clock, averaging 7,989 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for MK11 CBU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
126,729
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2014
87%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,989

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading126,729 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,975
Average per year7,989
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MK11 CBU 31k55k79k103k127k '14'26'20

Check MK11 CBU

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,729 miles
Since last MOT+7,975 miles
PASS
Mileage118,754 miles
Since last MOT+6,370 miles
PASS
Mileage112,384 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,380 miles
Since last MOT+6,880 miles
PASS
Mileage105,500 miles
Since last MOT+8,591 miles
PASS
Mileage96,909 miles
Since last MOT+5,629 miles
PASS
Mileage91,280 miles
Since last MOT+5,538 miles
PASS
Mileage85,742 miles
Since last MOT+9,395 miles
PASS
Mileage76,347 miles
Since last MOT+8,241 miles
PASS
Mileage68,106 miles
Since last MOT+209 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,897 miles
Since last MOT+8,359 miles
PASS
Mileage59,538 miles
Since last MOT+9,863 miles
PASS
Mileage49,675 miles
Since last MOT+9,450 miles
PASS
Mileage40,225 miles
Since last MOT+9,396 miles
PASS
Mileage30,829 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK11 CBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeMK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About MK11 CBU

What car is MK11 CBU?

MK11 CBU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Manchester in 2011.

What is the mileage of MK11 CBU?

The last recorded mileage for MK11 CBU was 126,729 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MK11 CBU passed its MOT?

MK11 CBU has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2026.

Is MK11 CBU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK11 CBU 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 MK11 CBU?

MK11 CBU is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.