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 Petrol 1984cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 180,597 miles on the clock, averaging 10,527 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for NL11 FRX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,597 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,527 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL11 FRX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About NL11 FRX
What car is NL11 FRX?
NL11 FRX is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2011.
What is the mileage of NL11 FRX?
The last recorded mileage for NL11 FRX was 180,597 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL11 FRX passed its MOT?
NL11 FRX has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2026.
Is NL11 FRX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL11 FRX is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is NL11 FRX?
NL11 FRX is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.