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 Diesel 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 124,852 miles on the clock, averaging 8,374 miles per year, around 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 CP61 ETX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 124,852 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,680 |
| Average per year | 8,374 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CP61 ETX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About CP61 ETX
What car is CP61 ETX?
CP61 ETX is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Swansea in 2011.
What is the mileage of CP61 ETX?
The last recorded mileage for CP61 ETX was 124,852 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CP61 ETX passed its MOT?
CP61 ETX has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2024.
Is CP61 ETX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP61 ETX 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 CP61 ETX?
CP61 ETX is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.