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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 166,580 miles on the clock, averaging 11,611 miles per year, above 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 RE61 OZX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,580 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 282 |
| Average per year | 11,611 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE61 OZX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About RE61 OZX
What car is RE61 OZX?
RE61 OZX is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2011.
What is the mileage of RE61 OZX?
The last recorded mileage for RE61 OZX was 166,580 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE61 OZX passed its MOT?
RE61 OZX has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2023.
Is RE61 OZX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE61 OZX 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 OZX?
RE61 OZX is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.