Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 121,500 miles on the clock, averaging 8,183 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for SD61 DMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 121,500 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,183 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SD61 DMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About SD61 DMU
What car is SD61 DMU?
SD61 DMU is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2011.
What is the mileage of SD61 DMU?
The last recorded mileage for SD61 DMU was 121,500 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD61 DMU passed its MOT?
SD61 DMU has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2026.
Is SD61 DMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD61 DMU 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 SD61 DMU?
SD61 DMU is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.