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FJ61 VLG

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 92,627 miles on the clock, averaging 6,215 miles per year, below 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 FJ61 VLG

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
92,627
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2014
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,215

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading92,627 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,945
Average per year6,215
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FJ61 VLG 22k40k57k75k93k '14'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,627 miles
Since last MOT+5,945 miles
PASS
Mileage86,682 miles
Since last MOT+10,743 miles
PASS
Mileage75,939 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,938 miles
Since last MOT+6,874 miles
PASS
Mileage69,064 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,064 miles
Since last MOT+4,839 miles
PASS
Mileage64,225 miles
Since last MOT+2,216 miles
PASS
Mileage62,009 miles
Since last MOT+7,860 miles
PASS
Mileage54,149 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,149 miles
Since last MOT+10,830 miles
PASS
Mileage43,319 miles
Since last MOT+4,540 miles
PASS
Mileage38,779 miles
Since last MOT+9,355 miles
PASS
Mileage29,424 miles
Since last MOT+1,591 miles
PASS
Mileage27,833 miles
Since last MOT+5,673 miles
PASS
Mileage22,160 miles

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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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ61 VLG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeFJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About FJ61 VLG

What car is FJ61 VLG?

FJ61 VLG is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2011.

What is the mileage of FJ61 VLG?

The last recorded mileage for FJ61 VLG was 92,627 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ61 VLG passed its MOT?

FJ61 VLG has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2026.

Is FJ61 VLG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ61 VLG 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 FJ61 VLG?

FJ61 VLG is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.