Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 166,452 miles on the clock, averaging 11,925 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 YC61 YLW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,452 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,343 |
| Average per year | 11,925 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | YC61 YLW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YC — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About YC61 YLW
What car is YC61 YLW?
YC61 YLW is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Leeds in 2011.
What is the mileage of YC61 YLW?
The last recorded mileage for YC61 YLW was 166,452 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YC61 YLW passed its MOT?
YC61 YLW has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2025.
Is YC61 YLW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC61 YLW 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 YC61 YLW?
YC61 YLW is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.