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 1200cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 151,002 miles on the clock, averaging 9,730 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for DG61 XFZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,002 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,102 |
| Average per year | 9,730 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DG61 XFZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About DG61 XFZ
What car is DG61 XFZ?
DG61 XFZ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Chester in 2011.
What is the mileage of DG61 XFZ?
The last recorded mileage for DG61 XFZ was 151,002 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG61 XFZ passed its MOT?
DG61 XFZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2025.
Is DG61 XFZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG61 XFZ 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 DG61 XFZ?
DG61 XFZ is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.