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PJ11 LZK

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1197cc

Red Registered in Preston, Preston · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelPetrol
Engine1197cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1197cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 69,966 miles on the clock, averaging 5,240 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 PJ11 LZK

MOT Status
Due date passed
69,966
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2014
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
5,240

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading69,966 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,547
Average per year5,240
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PJ11 LZK 12k27k41k56k70k '14'25'20

Check PJ11 LZK

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,966 miles
Since last MOT+3,547 miles
PASS
Mileage66,419 miles
Since last MOT+5,230 miles
PASS
Mileage61,189 miles
Since last MOT+5,263 miles
PASS
Mileage55,926 miles
Since last MOT+6,299 miles
PASS
Mileage49,627 miles
Since last MOT+5,448 miles
PASS
Mileage44,179 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,179 miles
Since last MOT+5,296 miles
PASS
Mileage38,883 miles
Since last MOT+5,827 miles
PASS
Mileage33,056 miles
Since last MOT+5,533 miles
PASS
Mileage27,523 miles
Since last MOT+10,179 miles
PASS
Mileage17,344 miles
Since last MOT+5,112 miles
PASS
Mileage12,232 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).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ11 LZK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1197cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About PJ11 LZK

What car is PJ11 LZK?

PJ11 LZK is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Preston in 2011.

What is the mileage of PJ11 LZK?

The last recorded mileage for PJ11 LZK was 69,966 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ11 LZK passed its MOT?

PJ11 LZK has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Jun 2025.

Is PJ11 LZK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ11 LZK 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 LZK?

PJ11 LZK is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.