Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 105,733 miles on the clock, averaging 6,808 miles per year, below 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 YG61 PXR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,733 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,808 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | YG61 PXR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YG — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About YG61 PXR
What car is YG61 PXR?
YG61 PXR is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2011.
What is the mileage of YG61 PXR?
The last recorded mileage for YG61 PXR was 105,733 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YG61 PXR passed its MOT?
YG61 PXR has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2025.
Is YG61 PXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YG61 PXR 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 YG61 PXR?
YG61 PXR is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.