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 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 213,914 miles on the clock, averaging 15,792 miles per year, above 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 FT61 JCZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 213,914 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,959 |
| Average per year | 15,792 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | FT61 JCZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About FT61 JCZ
What car is FT61 JCZ?
FT61 JCZ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2011.
What is the mileage of FT61 JCZ?
The last recorded mileage for FT61 JCZ was 213,914 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT61 JCZ passed its MOT?
FT61 JCZ has had 12 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (12 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2026.
Is FT61 JCZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT61 JCZ 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 JCZ?
FT61 JCZ is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.