Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 105,319 miles on the clock, averaging 7,653 miles per year, around 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 MK61 XRN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 105,319 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 743 |
| Average per year | 7,653 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | MK61 XRN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About MK61 XRN
What car is MK61 XRN?
MK61 XRN is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2011.
What is the mileage of MK61 XRN?
The last recorded mileage for MK61 XRN was 105,319 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK61 XRN passed its MOT?
MK61 XRN has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2025.
Is MK61 XRN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK61 XRN 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 MK61 XRN?
MK61 XRN is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.