Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1400cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 59,983 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for AP61 LXS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 59,983 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 549 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2008–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Rear coil springs (fracture/snapping)
Rear coil springs snap or break, often at the bottom coil due to corrosion or fatigue (carried over from Mk5 design weakness). · Typical repair: £200-£400 (pair of springs + labour).
Window regulators (driver's door mainly)
Plastic gears or cables in regulator wear/fail, causing window to drop or stick. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + labour).
Suspension bushes (rear trailing arm and front control arm bushes)
Rubber bushes degrade, leading to play in suspension arms. · Typical repair: £250-£500 (full rear set + labour).
ABS sensor/module faults
Wheel speed sensor wiring corrodes or module fails internally. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (sensors) or £600+ (module).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AP61 LXS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About AP61 LXS
What car is AP61 LXS?
AP61 LXS is an white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Norwich in 2011.
What is the mileage of AP61 LXS?
The last recorded mileage for AP61 LXS was 59,983 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP61 LXS passed its MOT?
AP61 LXS has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2025.
Is AP61 LXS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP61 LXS is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is AP61 LXS?
AP61 LXS is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.