Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 75,453 miles on the clock, averaging 5,340 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for LF61 XRM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 75,453 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,820 |
| Average per year | 5,340 |
| 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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LF61 XRM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LF — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About LF61 XRM
What car is LF61 XRM?
LF61 XRM is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2011.
What is the mileage of LF61 XRM?
The last recorded mileage for LF61 XRM was 75,453 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LF61 XRM passed its MOT?
LF61 XRM has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2026.
Is LF61 XRM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LF61 XRM 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 LF61 XRM?
LF61 XRM is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.