Vehicle summary
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 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 173,237 miles on the clock, averaging 15,227 miles per year, above 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 SM61 MYD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,237 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 15,227 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SM61 MYD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About SM61 MYD
What car is SM61 MYD?
SM61 MYD is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2011.
What is the mileage of SM61 MYD?
The last recorded mileage for SM61 MYD was 173,237 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM61 MYD passed its MOT?
SM61 MYD has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2024.
Is SM61 MYD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM61 MYD 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 SM61 MYD?
SM61 MYD is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.