2011 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · DB51 PLB
2011 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27 May 2011. Recorded mileage 129,639 miles. MOT valid until 23 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,639 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DB51 PLB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/10/2025
- 129,639 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DB51 PLB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volkswagen Golf (DB51 PLB) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))”.
DB51 PLB Mileage History
- 22/10/2022104,721 mi
- 25/10/2022104,806 mi+85 mi
- 20/10/2023114,161 mi+9,355 mi
- 21/10/2024121,827 mi+7,666 mi
- 20/10/2025129,639 mi+7,812 mi
Average of roughly 8,320 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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