Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 98,798 miles on the clock, averaging 5,631 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for SB61 XJY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,798 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,284 |
| Average per year | 5,631 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | SB61 XJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About SB61 XJY
What car is SB61 XJY?
SB61 XJY is an white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2011.
What is the mileage of SB61 XJY?
The last recorded mileage for SB61 XJY was 98,798 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB61 XJY passed its MOT?
SB61 XJY has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2026.
Is SB61 XJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB61 XJY 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 SB61 XJY?
SB61 XJY is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.