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PY61 EXK

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Silver Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 126,928 miles on the clock, averaging 4,142 miles per year, well 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 PY61 EXK

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
126,928
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2015
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
4,142

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading126,928 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year4,142
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PY61 EXK 79k91k103k115k127k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,928 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,927 miles
Since last MOT+4,424 miles
PASS
Mileage122,503 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,503 miles
Since last MOT+5,644 miles
PASS
Mileage116,859 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,859 miles
Since last MOT+3,458 miles
PASS
Mileage113,401 miles
Since last MOT+5,025 miles
PASS
Mileage108,376 miles
Since last MOT+4,893 miles
PASS
Mileage103,483 miles
Since last MOT+3,851 miles
PASS
Mileage99,632 miles
Since last MOT+3,351 miles
PASS
Mileage96,281 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,821 miles
Since last MOT+4,365 miles
PASS
Mileage92,456 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,456 miles
Since last MOT+4,118 miles
PASS
Mileage88,338 miles
Since last MOT+3,723 miles
PASS
Mileage84,615 miles
Since last MOT+5,548 miles
PASS
Mileage79,067 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY61 EXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codePY — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About PY61 EXK

What car is PY61 EXK?

PY61 EXK is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2011.

What is the mileage of PY61 EXK?

The last recorded mileage for PY61 EXK was 126,928 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PY61 EXK passed its MOT?

PY61 EXK has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2026.

Is PY61 EXK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY61 EXK 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 PY61 EXK?

PY61 EXK is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.