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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 70,478 miles on the clock, averaging 5,454 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 YS11 EFW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 70,478 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,380 |
| Average per year | 5,454 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | YS11 EFW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YS — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About YS11 EFW
What car is YS11 EFW?
YS11 EFW is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2011.
What is the mileage of YS11 EFW?
The last recorded mileage for YS11 EFW was 70,478 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS11 EFW passed its MOT?
YS11 EFW has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2026.
Is YS11 EFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS11 EFW 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 YS11 EFW?
YS11 EFW is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.