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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 58,401 miles on the clock, averaging 6,132 miles per year, below 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 FJ61 MZV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 58,401 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 32 |
| Average per year | 6,132 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | FJ61 MZV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About FJ61 MZV
What car is FJ61 MZV?
FJ61 MZV is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2011.
What is the mileage of FJ61 MZV?
The last recorded mileage for FJ61 MZV was 58,401 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FJ61 MZV passed its MOT?
FJ61 MZV has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Mar 2022.
Is FJ61 MZV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ61 MZV 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 FJ61 MZV?
FJ61 MZV is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.