Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 183,014 miles on the clock, averaging 19,602 miles per year, above 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 YY61 GZC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 183,014 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,131 |
| Average per year | 19,602 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | YY61 GZC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About YY61 GZC
What car is YY61 GZC?
YY61 GZC is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Beverley in 2011.
What is the mileage of YY61 GZC?
The last recorded mileage for YY61 GZC was 183,014 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY61 GZC passed its MOT?
YY61 GZC has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Sep 2021.
Is YY61 GZC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY61 GZC 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 YY61 GZC?
YY61 GZC is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.