Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 166,817 miles on the clock, averaging 8,606 miles per year, around 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 YS60 LWO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 166,817 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,087 |
| Average per year | 8,606 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | YS60 LWO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YS — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 60 — September 2010 to February 2011 |
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About YS60 LWO
What car is YS60 LWO?
YS60 LWO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2011.
What is the mileage of YS60 LWO?
The last recorded mileage for YS60 LWO was 166,817 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS60 LWO passed its MOT?
YS60 LWO has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2019.
Is YS60 LWO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS60 LWO 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 YS60 LWO?
YS60 LWO is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 60 means registered between 1 September 2010 and 28 February 2011.