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 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 76,625 miles on the clock at the last MOT. 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 RA61 NEN
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Full MOT Test History 1 test 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 | RA61 NEN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About RA61 NEN
What car is RA61 NEN?
RA61 NEN is an gold Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2011.
What is the mileage of RA61 NEN?
The last recorded mileage for RA61 NEN was 76,625 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA61 NEN passed its MOT?
RA61 NEN has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2015.
Is RA61 NEN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA61 NEN 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 RA61 NEN?
RA61 NEN is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.