2011 Volkswagen Golf 1.2L Petrol · LK11 MWW
2011 Volkswagen Golf (1.2L, petrol). First registered 23 Jun 2011. Recorded mileage 88,219 miles. MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,219 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LK11 MWW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2025
- 88,219 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LK11 MWW 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 (LK11 MWW) between September 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 December 2025 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: Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.
LK11 MWW Mileage History
- 07/09/202373,216 mi
- 14/11/202375,569 mi+2,353 mi
- 13/12/202483,747 mi+8,178 mi
- 28/11/202588,195 mi+4,448 mi
- 01/12/202588,219 mi+24 mi
Average of roughly 6,713 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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