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 Diesel 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 115,003 miles on the clock, averaging 7,343 miles per year, below 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 OV61 YLL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,003 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,343 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV61 YLL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About OV61 YLL
What car is OV61 YLL?
OV61 YLL is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2011.
What is the mileage of OV61 YLL?
The last recorded mileage for OV61 YLL was 115,003 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV61 YLL passed its MOT?
OV61 YLL has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2026.
Is OV61 YLL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV61 YLL 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 OV61 YLL?
OV61 YLL is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.