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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 112,689 miles on the clock, averaging 7,337 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 RA04 EYA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 112,689 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,349 |
| Average per year | 7,337 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | RA04 EYA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About RA04 EYA
What car is RA04 EYA?
RA04 EYA is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Reading in 2011.
What is the mileage of RA04 EYA?
The last recorded mileage for RA04 EYA was 112,689 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA04 EYA passed its MOT?
RA04 EYA has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2026.
Is RA04 EYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA04 EYA 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 RA04 EYA?
RA04 EYA is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.