Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 78,668 miles on the clock, averaging 6,138 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 LR61 KVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 78,668 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,151 |
| Average per year | 6,138 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | LR61 KVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About LR61 KVL
What car is LR61 KVL?
LR61 KVL is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2011.
What is the mileage of LR61 KVL?
The last recorded mileage for LR61 KVL was 78,668 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR61 KVL passed its MOT?
LR61 KVL has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Dec 2025.
Is LR61 KVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR61 KVL 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 LR61 KVL?
LR61 KVL is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.