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LR61 REU

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1968cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 134,231 miles on the clock, averaging 8,061 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for LR61 REU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
134,231
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2014
92%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,061

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading134,231 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,061
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR61 REU 42k65k88k111k134k '14'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,231 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,231 miles
Since last MOT+8,496 miles
PASS
Mileage125,735 miles
Since last MOT+10,420 miles
PASS
Mileage115,315 miles
Since last MOT+10,675 miles
PASS
Mileage104,640 miles
Since last MOT+9,606 miles
PASS
Mileage95,034 miles
Since last MOT+10,784 miles
PASS
Mileage84,250 miles
Since last MOT+1,611 miles
PASS
Mileage82,639 miles
Since last MOT+5,640 miles
PASS
Mileage76,999 miles
Since last MOT+6,878 miles
PASS
Mileage70,121 miles
Since last MOT+7,896 miles
PASS
Mileage62,225 miles
Since last MOT+8,443 miles
PASS
Mileage53,782 miles
Since last MOT+12,019 miles
PASS
Mileage41,763 miles

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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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR61 REU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About LR61 REU

What car is LR61 REU?

LR61 REU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2011.

What is the mileage of LR61 REU?

The last recorded mileage for LR61 REU was 134,231 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR61 REU passed its MOT?

LR61 REU has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Mar 2026.

Is LR61 REU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR61 REU 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 LR61 REU?

LR61 REU is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.