Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 156,485 miles on the clock, averaging 10,137 miles per year, above 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 VGJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,485 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 10,137 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 VGJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VGJ
What car is RE61 VGJ?
RE61 VGJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2011.
What is the mileage of RE61 VGJ?
The last recorded mileage for RE61 VGJ was 156,485 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE61 VGJ passed its MOT?
RE61 VGJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2025.
Is RE61 VGJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE61 VGJ 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 VGJ?
RE61 VGJ is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.