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 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 116,735 miles on the clock, averaging 8,118 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for ccsa and timing chain tensioner/guides. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for CE61 FKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 116,735 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,599 |
| Average per year | 8,118 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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).
CCSA
Timing chain tensioner/guides
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CE61 FKU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About CE61 FKU
What car is CE61 FKU?
CE61 FKU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2011.
What is the mileage of CE61 FKU?
The last recorded mileage for CE61 FKU was 116,735 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE61 FKU passed its MOT?
CE61 FKU has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2026.
Is CE61 FKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE61 FKU 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 CE61 FKU?
CE61 FKU is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.