2011 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · PK11 FHM
2011 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 2011. Recorded mileage 153,918 miles. MOT valid until 10 May 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 153,918 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PK11 FHM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/05/2026
- 153,918 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PK11 FHM 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 (PK11 FHM) between May 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 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: Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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: “Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))”.
PK11 FHM Mileage History
- 10/05/2023133,695 mi
- 03/05/2024139,506 mi+5,811 mi
- 02/05/2025146,035 mi+6,529 mi
- 28/04/2026153,918 mi+7,883 mi
- 12/05/2026153,918 mi
Average of roughly 6,727 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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