2011 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · DP11 LZE
2011 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 29 Jul 2011. Recorded mileage 98,959 miles. MOT valid until 25 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,959 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DP11 LZE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2026
- 98,959 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DP11 LZE 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 (DP11 LZE) between August 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 May 2026 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 (6 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link Upper dust cove”.
DP11 LZE Mileage History
- 03/08/202392,454 mi
- 09/08/202392,461 mi+7 mi
- 05/07/202494,602 mi+2,141 mi
- 01/07/202596,542 mi+1,940 mi
- 27/05/202698,959 mi+2,417 mi
Average of roughly 2,311 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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