Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 134,685 miles on the clock, averaging 8,831 miles per year, around 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 FL61 OYG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 134,685 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,831 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | FL61 OYG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Brown |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About FL61 OYG
What car is FL61 OYG?
FL61 OYG is an brown Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2011.
What is the mileage of FL61 OYG?
The last recorded mileage for FL61 OYG was 134,685 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL61 OYG passed its MOT?
FL61 OYG has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2026.
Is FL61 OYG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL61 OYG 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 FL61 OYG?
FL61 OYG is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.