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YG61 PYO

2011 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

White Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourWhite
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1968cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 79,530 miles on the clock, averaging 8,620 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for YG61 PYO

MOT Status
Due date passed
79,530
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2014
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
8,620

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading79,530 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,528
Average per year8,620
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YG61 PYO 34k45k57k68k80k '14'20'17

Check YG61 PYO

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,530 miles
Since last MOT+14,528 miles
PASS
Mileage65,002 miles
Since last MOT+7,562 miles
PASS
Mileage57,440 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,440 miles
Since last MOT+8,200 miles
PASS
Mileage49,240 miles
Since last MOT+7,887 miles
PASS
Mileage41,353 miles
Since last MOT+7,800 miles
PASS
Mileage33,553 miles

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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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG61 PYO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeYG — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About YG61 PYO

What car is YG61 PYO?

YG61 PYO is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Leeds in 2011.

What is the mileage of YG61 PYO?

The last recorded mileage for YG61 PYO was 79,530 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YG61 PYO passed its MOT?

YG61 PYO has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Jan 2020.

Is YG61 PYO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YG61 PYO 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 PYO?

YG61 PYO is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.