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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 119,654 miles on the clock, averaging 10,145 miles per year, above 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 PJ11 LCO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 119,654 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,381 |
| Average per year | 10,145 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | PJ11 LCO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About PJ11 LCO
What car is PJ11 LCO?
PJ11 LCO is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Preston in 2011.
What is the mileage of PJ11 LCO?
The last recorded mileage for PJ11 LCO was 119,654 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ11 LCO passed its MOT?
PJ11 LCO has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Jul 2024.
Is PJ11 LCO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ11 LCO 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 PJ11 LCO?
PJ11 LCO is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.