Vehicle summary
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 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 155,490 miles on the clock, averaging 12,524 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for ccsa and timing chain tensioner/guides. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for PY11 FFU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,490 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22,936 |
| Average per year | 12,524 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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).
CCSA
Timing chain tensioner/guides
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PY11 FFU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| 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 FFU
What car is PY11 FFU?
PY11 FFU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2011.
What is the mileage of PY11 FFU?
The last recorded mileage for PY11 FFU was 155,490 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY11 FFU passed its MOT?
PY11 FFU has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2023.
Is PY11 FFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY11 FFU 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 PY11 FFU?
PY11 FFU is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.