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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 124,162 miles on the clock, averaging 8,474 miles per year, around 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 LF61 XSJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 124,162 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,871 |
| Average per year | 8,474 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | LF61 XSJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LF — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About LF61 XSJ
What car is LF61 XSJ?
LF61 XSJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2011.
What is the mileage of LF61 XSJ?
The last recorded mileage for LF61 XSJ was 124,162 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LF61 XSJ passed its MOT?
LF61 XSJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2026.
Is LF61 XSJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LF61 XSJ 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 XSJ?
LF61 XSJ is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.