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PJ60 EFO

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 116,255 miles on the clock, averaging 9,434 miles per year, above 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 PJ60 EFO

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,255
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2014
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
9,434

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading116,255 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,434
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ60 EFO 21k45k69k92k116k '14'24'20

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,255 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,255 miles
Since last MOT+12,716 miles
PASS
Mileage103,539 miles
Since last MOT+55 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,484 miles
Since last MOT+10,247 miles
PASS
Mileage93,237 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,236 miles
Since last MOT+7,569 miles
PASS
Mileage85,667 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,667 miles
Since last MOT+5,256 miles
PASS
Mileage80,411 miles
Since last MOT+1,445 miles
PASS
Mileage78,966 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,966 miles
Since last MOT+8,445 miles
PASS
Mileage70,521 miles
Since last MOT+10,589 miles
PASS
Mileage59,932 miles
Since last MOT+11,834 miles
PASS
Mileage48,098 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,098 miles
Since last MOT+15,172 miles
PASS
Mileage32,926 miles
Since last MOT+12,063 miles
PASS
Mileage20,863 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

RegistrationPJ60 EFO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier60 — September 2010 to February 2011

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About PJ60 EFO

What car is PJ60 EFO?

PJ60 EFO is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2011.

What is the mileage of PJ60 EFO?

The last recorded mileage for PJ60 EFO was 116,255 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ60 EFO passed its MOT?

PJ60 EFO has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2024.

Is PJ60 EFO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ60 EFO 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 PJ60 EFO?

PJ60 EFO is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 60 means registered between 1 September 2010 and 28 February 2011.