Vehicle summary
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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 62,606 miles on the clock, averaging 3,355 miles per year, well 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 LM61 MKA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 62,606 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,631 |
| Average per year | 3,355 |
| 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 | LM61 MKA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About LM61 MKA
What car is LM61 MKA?
LM61 MKA is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2011.
What is the mileage of LM61 MKA?
The last recorded mileage for LM61 MKA was 62,606 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM61 MKA passed its MOT?
LM61 MKA has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2026.
Is LM61 MKA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM61 MKA 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 LM61 MKA?
LM61 MKA is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.