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OU61 XPJ

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 160,553 miles on the clock, averaging 11,164 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for OU61 XPJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
160,553
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2014
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
11,164

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading160,553 miles
Reading date
Miles last year21,881
Average per year11,164
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OU61 XPJ 28k61k94k127k161k '14'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage160,553 miles
Since last MOT+21,881 miles
PASS
Mileage138,672 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,671 miles
Since last MOT+13,737 miles
PASS
Mileage124,934 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,934 miles
Since last MOT+223 miles
PASS
Mileage124,711 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,704 miles
Since last MOT+10,211 miles
PASS
Mileage114,493 miles
Since last MOT+11,886 miles
PASS
Mileage102,607 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,589 miles
Since last MOT+11,060 miles
PASS
Mileage91,529 miles
Since last MOT+17,488 miles
PASS
Mileage74,041 miles
Since last MOT+16,990 miles
PASS
Mileage57,051 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,051 miles
Since last MOT+8,004 miles
PASS
Mileage49,047 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,040 miles
Since last MOT+9,650 miles
PASS
Mileage39,390 miles
Since last MOT+7,666 miles
PASS
Mileage31,724 miles
Since last MOT+4,016 miles
PASS
Mileage27,708 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU61 XPJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About OU61 XPJ

What car is OU61 XPJ?

OU61 XPJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2011.

What is the mileage of OU61 XPJ?

The last recorded mileage for OU61 XPJ was 160,553 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU61 XPJ passed its MOT?

OU61 XPJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2026.

Is OU61 XPJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU61 XPJ 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 OU61 XPJ?

OU61 XPJ is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.