Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 48,453 miles on the clock, averaging 10,212 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 SD61 CUK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 48,453 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,212 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | SD61 CUK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About SD61 CUK
What car is SD61 CUK?
SD61 CUK is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2011.
What is the mileage of SD61 CUK?
The last recorded mileage for SD61 CUK was 48,453 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD61 CUK passed its MOT?
SD61 CUK has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Sep 2017.
Is SD61 CUK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD61 CUK 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 SD61 CUK?
SD61 CUK is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.