Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 121,707 miles on the clock, averaging 8,721 miles per year, around 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 WN11 VTY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 121,707 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,139 |
| Average per year | 8,721 |
| 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).
CCSA
Timing chain tensioner/guides
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WN11 VTY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WN — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About WN11 VTY
What car is WN11 VTY?
WN11 VTY is a white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2011.
What is the mileage of WN11 VTY?
The last recorded mileage for WN11 VTY was 121,707 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WN11 VTY passed its MOT?
WN11 VTY has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Apr 2022.
Is WN11 VTY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WN11 VTY 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 WN11 VTY?
WN11 VTY is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.