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SW11 MJU

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Aberdeen, Scotland · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 123,964 miles on the clock, averaging 9,203 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 SW11 MJU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
123,964
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2014
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
9,203

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading123,964 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year9,203
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SW11 MJU 14k41k69k96k124k '14'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,964 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,963 miles
Since last MOT+10,820 miles
PASS
Mileage113,143 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,119 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,103 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,079 miles
Since last MOT+23,511 miles
PASS
Mileage89,568 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,568 miles
Since last MOT+10,513 miles
PASS
Mileage79,055 miles
Since last MOT+90 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,965 miles
Since last MOT+7,836 miles
PASS
Mileage71,129 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,128 miles
Since last MOT+13,210 miles
PASS
Mileage57,918 miles
Since last MOT+11,280 miles
PASS
Mileage46,638 miles
Since last MOT+9,213 miles
PASS
Mileage37,425 miles
Since last MOT+8,389 miles
PASS
Mileage29,036 miles
Since last MOT+11,080 miles
PASS
Mileage17,956 miles
Since last MOT+4,358 miles
PASS
Mileage13,598 miles

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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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW11 MJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeSW — Aberdeen, Scotland
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About SW11 MJU

What car is SW11 MJU?

SW11 MJU is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2011.

What is the mileage of SW11 MJU?

The last recorded mileage for SW11 MJU was 123,964 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SW11 MJU passed its MOT?

SW11 MJU has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2026.

Is SW11 MJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW11 MJU 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 SW11 MJU?

SW11 MJU is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.