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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 201,281 miles on the clock, averaging 16,797 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 FE61 TJY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 201,281 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 23,154 |
| Average per year | 16,797 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | FE61 TJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About FE61 TJY
What car is FE61 TJY?
FE61 TJY is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2011.
What is the mileage of FE61 TJY?
The last recorded mileage for FE61 TJY was 201,281 miles, recorded on 24 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FE61 TJY passed its MOT?
FE61 TJY has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Oct 2022.
Is FE61 TJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE61 TJY 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 FE61 TJY?
FE61 TJY is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.