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 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 175,289 miles on the clock, averaging 12,429 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for EX61 AOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 175,289 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,152 |
| Average per year | 12,429 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | EX61 AOW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About EX61 AOW
What car is EX61 AOW?
EX61 AOW is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2011.
What is the mileage of EX61 AOW?
The last recorded mileage for EX61 AOW was 175,289 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX61 AOW passed its MOT?
EX61 AOW has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2025.
Is EX61 AOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX61 AOW 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 EX61 AOW?
EX61 AOW is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.