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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 197,685 miles on the clock, averaging 10,533 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 XJA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,685 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,707 |
| Average per year | 10,533 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 XJA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 XJA
What car is DG61 XJA?
DG61 XJA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2011.
What is the mileage of DG61 XJA?
The last recorded mileage for DG61 XJA was 197,685 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG61 XJA passed its MOT?
DG61 XJA has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2025.
Is DG61 XJA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG61 XJA 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 DG61 XJA?
DG61 XJA is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.