Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1390cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 82,700 miles on the clock, averaging 6,726 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 NL61 FMP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 82,700 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,751 |
| Average per year | 6,726 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | NL61 FMP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About NL61 FMP
What car is NL61 FMP?
NL61 FMP is an white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2011.
What is the mileage of NL61 FMP?
The last recorded mileage for NL61 FMP was 82,700 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL61 FMP passed its MOT?
NL61 FMP has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2023.
Is NL61 FMP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL61 FMP 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 NL61 FMP?
NL61 FMP is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.