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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 82,013 miles on the clock, averaging 2,389 miles per year, well 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 LA61 DLD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 82,013 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,711 |
| Average per year | 2,389 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 | LA61 DLD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About LA61 DLD
What car is LA61 DLD?
LA61 DLD is an white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2011.
What is the mileage of LA61 DLD?
The last recorded mileage for LA61 DLD was 82,013 miles, recorded on 26 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA61 DLD passed its MOT?
LA61 DLD has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 May 2026.
Is LA61 DLD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA61 DLD 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 LA61 DLD?
LA61 DLD is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.