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FX61 LKE

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourRed
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 1968cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 177,328 miles on the clock, averaging 12,900 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for FX61 LKE

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
177,328
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2014
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
12,900

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading177,328 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,795
Average per year12,900
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FX61 LKE 31k68k104k141k177k '14'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage177,328 miles
Since last MOT+10,795 miles
PASS
Mileage166,533 miles
Since last MOT+275 miles
FAIL
Mileage166,258 miles
Since last MOT+15,053 miles
PASS
Mileage151,205 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage151,205 miles
Since last MOT+14,205 miles
PASS
Mileage137,000 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,000 miles
Since last MOT+15,606 miles
PASS
Mileage121,394 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,394 miles
Since last MOT+13,498 miles
PASS
Mileage107,896 miles
Since last MOT+152 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,744 miles
Since last MOT+18,133 miles
PASS
Mileage89,611 miles
Since last MOT+15,877 miles
PASS
Mileage73,734 miles
Since last MOT+16,599 miles
PASS
Mileage57,135 miles
Since last MOT+5,264 miles
PASS
Mileage51,871 miles
Since last MOT+12,718 miles
PASS
Mileage39,153 miles
Since last MOT+7,984 miles
PASS
Mileage31,169 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX61 LKE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeFX — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About FX61 LKE

What car is FX61 LKE?

FX61 LKE is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2011.

What is the mileage of FX61 LKE?

The last recorded mileage for FX61 LKE was 177,328 miles, recorded on 30 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FX61 LKE passed its MOT?

FX61 LKE has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Dec 2025.

Is FX61 LKE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FX61 LKE 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 FX61 LKE?

FX61 LKE is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.