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BJ61 YWA

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1968cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 123,575 miles on the clock, averaging 7,287 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for BJ61 YWA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
123,575
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2014
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,287

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading123,575 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,667
Average per year7,287
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BJ61 YWA 39k60k81k102k124k '14'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,575 miles
Since last MOT+1,667 miles
PASS
Mileage121,908 miles
Since last MOT+6,430 miles
PASS
Mileage115,478 miles
Since last MOT+5,168 miles
PASS
Mileage110,310 miles
Since last MOT+5,626 miles
PASS
Mileage104,684 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,684 miles
Since last MOT+5,766 miles
PASS
Mileage98,918 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,918 miles
Since last MOT+6,058 miles
PASS
Mileage92,860 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,860 miles
Since last MOT+11,798 miles
PASS
Mileage81,062 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,057 miles
Since last MOT+10,177 miles
PASS
Mileage70,880 miles
Since last MOT+6,639 miles
PASS
Mileage64,241 miles
Since last MOT+9,691 miles
PASS
Mileage54,550 miles
Since last MOT+4,109 miles
PASS
Mileage50,441 miles
Since last MOT+11,197 miles
PASS
Mileage39,244 miles

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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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ61 YWA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeBJ — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About BJ61 YWA

What car is BJ61 YWA?

BJ61 YWA is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2011.

What is the mileage of BJ61 YWA?

The last recorded mileage for BJ61 YWA was 123,575 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BJ61 YWA passed its MOT?

BJ61 YWA has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Apr 2026.

Is BJ61 YWA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ61 YWA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2011, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is BJ61 YWA?

BJ61 YWA is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.