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 Petrol 2000cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 86,277 miles on the clock, averaging 363 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for RA61 OBG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,277 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 151 |
| Average per year | 363 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA61 OBG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About RA61 OBG
What car is RA61 OBG?
RA61 OBG is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2011.
What is the mileage of RA61 OBG?
The last recorded mileage for RA61 OBG was 86,277 miles, recorded on 7 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA61 OBG passed its MOT?
RA61 OBG has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Jun 2024.
Is RA61 OBG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA61 OBG is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is RA61 OBG?
RA61 OBG is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.