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 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 86,908 miles on the clock, averaging 6,115 miles per year, below 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 YE61 RNN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,908 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,115 |
| 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 | YE61 RNN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YE — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About YE61 RNN
What car is YE61 RNN?
YE61 RNN is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Leeds in 2011.
What is the mileage of YE61 RNN?
The last recorded mileage for YE61 RNN was 86,908 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YE61 RNN passed its MOT?
YE61 RNN has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Oct 2025.
Is YE61 RNN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YE61 RNN 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 YE61 RNN?
YE61 RNN is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.