Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 125,804 miles on the clock, averaging 8,635 miles per year, around 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 PY11 FFT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 125,804 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,481 |
| Average per year | 8,635 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | PY11 FFT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About PY11 FFT
What car is PY11 FFT?
PY11 FFT is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2011.
What is the mileage of PY11 FFT?
The last recorded mileage for PY11 FFT was 125,804 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY11 FFT passed its MOT?
PY11 FFT has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2025.
Is PY11 FFT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY11 FFT 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 PY11 FFT?
PY11 FFT is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.