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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1984cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 114,524 miles on the clock, averaging 8,467 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for RF11 POV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 114,524 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,471 |
| Average per year | 8,467 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RF11 POV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About RF11 POV
What car is RF11 POV?
RF11 POV is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2011.
What is the mileage of RF11 POV?
The last recorded mileage for RF11 POV was 114,524 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF11 POV passed its MOT?
RF11 POV has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Mar 2025.
Is RF11 POV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF11 POV 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 RF11 POV?
RF11 POV is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.