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 1390cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 43,950 miles on the clock, averaging 2,389 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. 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 BN61 XAB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 43,950 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 341 |
| Average per year | 2,389 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | BN61 XAB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About BN61 XAB
What car is BN61 XAB?
BN61 XAB is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2011.
What is the mileage of BN61 XAB?
The last recorded mileage for BN61 XAB was 43,950 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN61 XAB passed its MOT?
BN61 XAB has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2025.
Is BN61 XAB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN61 XAB 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 BN61 XAB?
BN61 XAB is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.