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SB61 LNR

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

White Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourWhite
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 163,778 miles on the clock, averaging 11,368 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 SB61 LNR

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
163,778
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2014
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
11,368

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading163,778 miles
Reading date
Miles last year40
Average per year11,368
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SB61 LNR 33k66k98k131k164k '14'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage163,778 miles
Since last MOT+40 miles
FAIL
Mileage163,738 miles
Since last MOT+17,239 miles
PASS
Mileage146,499 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage146,499 miles
Since last MOT+16,412 miles
PASS
Mileage130,087 miles
Since last MOT+16,509 miles
PASS
Mileage113,578 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,578 miles
Since last MOT+25,436 miles
PASS
Mileage88,142 miles
Since last MOT+181 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,961 miles
Since last MOT+9,583 miles
PASS
Mileage78,378 miles
Since last MOT+15,987 miles
PASS
Mileage62,391 miles
Since last MOT+7,136 miles
PASS
Mileage55,255 miles
Since last MOT+8,207 miles
PASS
Mileage47,048 miles
Since last MOT+7,068 miles
PASS
Mileage39,980 miles
Since last MOT+6,835 miles
PASS
Mileage33,145 miles

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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

RegistrationSB61 LNR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About SB61 LNR

What car is SB61 LNR?

SB61 LNR is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2011.

What is the mileage of SB61 LNR?

The last recorded mileage for SB61 LNR was 163,778 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB61 LNR passed its MOT?

SB61 LNR has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2026.

Is SB61 LNR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB61 LNR 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 SB61 LNR?

SB61 LNR is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.