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 Petrol 1984cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 98,106 miles on the clock, averaging 6,211 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for KY61 KUU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,106 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,211 |
| Average per year | 6,211 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KY61 KUU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About KY61 KUU
What car is KY61 KUU?
KY61 KUU is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Luton in 2011.
What is the mileage of KY61 KUU?
The last recorded mileage for KY61 KUU was 98,106 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY61 KUU passed its MOT?
KY61 KUU has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Nov 2025.
Is KY61 KUU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY61 KUU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is KY61 KUU?
KY61 KUU is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.