Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 116,345 miles on the clock, averaging 6,527 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 PF11 BGV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,345 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 6,527 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | PF11 BGV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PF — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About PF11 BGV
What car is PF11 BGV?
PF11 BGV is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Preston in 2011.
What is the mileage of PF11 BGV?
The last recorded mileage for PF11 BGV was 116,345 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PF11 BGV passed its MOT?
PF11 BGV has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2026.
Is PF11 BGV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF11 BGV 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 PF11 BGV?
PF11 BGV is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.