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FT61 CTY

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 201,658 miles on the clock, averaging 14,210 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 FT61 CTY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
201,658
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2014
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
14,210

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading201,658 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,815
Average per year14,210
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT61 CTY 44k83k123k162k202k '14'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage201,658 miles
Since last MOT+9,815 miles
PASS
Mileage191,843 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage191,842 miles
Since last MOT+27,799 miles
PASS
Mileage164,043 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage164,042 miles
Since last MOT+20,645 miles
PASS
Mileage143,397 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,397 miles
Since last MOT+7,447 miles
PASS
Mileage135,950 miles
Since last MOT+481 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,469 miles
Since last MOT+10,789 miles
PASS
Mileage124,680 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,676 miles
Since last MOT+9,200 miles
PASS
Mileage115,476 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,476 miles
Since last MOT+11,340 miles
PASS
Mileage104,136 miles
Since last MOT+16,028 miles
PASS
Mileage88,108 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,106 miles
Since last MOT+15,460 miles
PASS
Mileage72,646 miles
Since last MOT+17,133 miles
PASS
Mileage55,513 miles
Since last MOT+11,819 miles
PASS
Mileage43,694 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

RegistrationFT61 CTY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeFT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About FT61 CTY

What car is FT61 CTY?

FT61 CTY is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2011.

What is the mileage of FT61 CTY?

The last recorded mileage for FT61 CTY was 201,658 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT61 CTY passed its MOT?

FT61 CTY has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 29 Dec 2025.

Is FT61 CTY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT61 CTY 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 FT61 CTY?

FT61 CTY is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.