Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 120,501 miles on the clock, averaging 6,563 miles per year, below 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 RE61 KHF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 120,501 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 6,563 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | RE61 KHF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About RE61 KHF
What car is RE61 KHF?
RE61 KHF is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2011.
What is the mileage of RE61 KHF?
The last recorded mileage for RE61 KHF was 120,501 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE61 KHF passed its MOT?
RE61 KHF has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2025.
Is RE61 KHF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE61 KHF 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 RE61 KHF?
RE61 KHF is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.