Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 200,382 miles on the clock, averaging 15,335 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 OY61 KNO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 200,382 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 37 |
| Average per year | 15,335 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OY61 KNO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About OY61 KNO
What car is OY61 KNO?
OY61 KNO is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2011.
What is the mileage of OY61 KNO?
The last recorded mileage for OY61 KNO was 200,382 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY61 KNO passed its MOT?
OY61 KNO has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2026.
Is OY61 KNO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY61 KNO 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 OY61 KNO?
OY61 KNO is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.