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FX61 WJL

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 188,325 miles on the clock, averaging 11,924 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 FX61 WJL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
188,325
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2014
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
11,924

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading188,325 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,781
Average per year11,924
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FX61 WJL 47k83k118k153k188k '14'26'21

Check FX61 WJL

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage188,325 miles
Since last MOT+6,781 miles
PASS
Mileage181,544 miles
Since last MOT+5,065 miles
PASS
Mileage176,479 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage176,469 miles
Since last MOT+14,801 miles
PASS
Mileage161,668 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage161,668 miles
Since last MOT+7,244 miles
PASS
Mileage154,424 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,424 miles
Since last MOT+11,224 miles
PASS
Mileage143,200 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,200 miles
Since last MOT+20,404 miles
PASS
Mileage122,796 miles
Since last MOT+12,073 miles
PASS
Mileage110,723 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,723 miles
Since last MOT+12,987 miles
PASS
Mileage97,736 miles
Since last MOT+5,603 miles
PASS
Mileage92,133 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,133 miles
Since last MOT+13,895 miles
PASS
Mileage78,238 miles
Since last MOT+18,513 miles
PASS
Mileage59,725 miles
Since last MOT+12,414 miles
PASS
Mileage47,311 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

RegistrationFX61 WJL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeFX — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About FX61 WJL

What car is FX61 WJL?

FX61 WJL is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2011.

What is the mileage of FX61 WJL?

The last recorded mileage for FX61 WJL was 188,325 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FX61 WJL passed its MOT?

FX61 WJL has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2026.

Is FX61 WJL ULEZ compliant?

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

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