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NL11 RZJ

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

White Registered in Newcastle, North · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourWhite
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 79,274 miles on the clock, averaging 5,535 miles per year, below 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 NL11 RZJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
79,274
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2014
93%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,535

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading79,274 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,535
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for NL11 RZJ 14k30k47k63k79k '14'26'21

Check NL11 RZJ

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,274 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,274 miles
Since last MOT+6,886 miles
PASS
Mileage72,388 miles
Since last MOT+6,807 miles
PASS
Mileage65,581 miles
Since last MOT+6,119 miles
PASS
Mileage59,462 miles
Since last MOT+4,350 miles
PASS
Mileage55,112 miles
Since last MOT+5,947 miles
PASS
Mileage49,165 miles
Since last MOT+10,270 miles
PASS
Mileage38,895 miles
Since last MOT+4,649 miles
PASS
Mileage34,246 miles
Since last MOT+5,005 miles
PASS
Mileage29,241 miles
Since last MOT+4,857 miles
PASS
Mileage24,384 miles
Since last MOT+5,015 miles
PASS
Mileage19,369 miles
Since last MOT+4,923 miles
PASS
Mileage14,446 miles
Since last MOT+426 miles
PASS
Mileage14,020 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

RegistrationNL11 RZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeNL — Newcastle, North
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About NL11 RZJ

What car is NL11 RZJ?

NL11 RZJ is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2011.

What is the mileage of NL11 RZJ?

The last recorded mileage for NL11 RZJ was 79,274 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NL11 RZJ passed its MOT?

NL11 RZJ has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Jan 2026.

Is NL11 RZJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL11 RZJ 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 NL11 RZJ?

NL11 RZJ is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.