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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 97,266 miles on the clock, averaging 6,143 miles per year, below 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 GK61 OOC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,266 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,782 |
| Average per year | 6,143 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | GK61 OOC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About GK61 OOC
What car is GK61 OOC?
GK61 OOC is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2011.
What is the mileage of GK61 OOC?
The last recorded mileage for GK61 OOC was 97,266 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK61 OOC passed its MOT?
GK61 OOC has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2026.
Is GK61 OOC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK61 OOC 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 GK61 OOC?
GK61 OOC is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.