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 Diesel 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 156,538 miles on the clock, averaging 10,959 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 RV11 TBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,538 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,959 |
| 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 | RV11 TBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About RV11 TBU
What car is RV11 TBU?
RV11 TBU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2011.
What is the mileage of RV11 TBU?
The last recorded mileage for RV11 TBU was 156,538 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV11 TBU passed its MOT?
RV11 TBU has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2026.
Is RV11 TBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV11 TBU 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 RV11 TBU?
RV11 TBU is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.