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 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 107,836 miles on the clock, averaging 7,275 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 FT61 KVV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,836 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,719 |
| Average per year | 7,275 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 KVV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| 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 KVV
What car is FT61 KVV?
FT61 KVV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2011.
What is the mileage of FT61 KVV?
The last recorded mileage for FT61 KVV was 107,836 miles, recorded on 1 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT61 KVV passed its MOT?
FT61 KVV has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2025.
Is FT61 KVV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT61 KVV 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 KVV?
FT61 KVV is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.