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BJ11 BYN

2011 Volkswagen Golf TDI

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

108,756 mi
Last recorded108,756 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Golf TDI85,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ11 BYN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf TDI
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 108,756 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 20 Nov 2025 108,756 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively DFA (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Nov 2024 102,179 miles

Nearside Front Fog light broken

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre is over 10 years old

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 97,553 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front fog light cracked glass

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 94,980 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 88,731 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 74,367 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 65,869 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 60,308 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 52,257 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 41,113 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 35,264 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 27,868 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf TDI?

Based on 1,291 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
7,065
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8
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BJ11 BYN is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf TDI in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Golf TDI models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 85,467 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ11 BYN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 15 years old, this Volkswagen Golf TDI is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BJ11 BYN registered?

BJ11 BYN is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf TDI, first registered on 6 April 2011.

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The MOT history for BJ11 BYN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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