2011 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · KL56 SYD
2011 Volkswagen Golf (1.4L, petrol). First registered 13 Dec 2011. Recorded mileage 81,864 miles. MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,864 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KL56 SYD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/07/2026
- 81,864 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KL56 SYD 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 (KL56 SYD) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 32 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 Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
KL56 SYD Mileage History
- 19/07/202475,086 mi
- 08/07/202578,949 mi+3,863 mi
- 08/07/202578,951 mi+2 mi
- 01/07/202681,863 mi+2,912 mi
- 02/07/202681,864 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 3,472 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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