2011 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · EF61 BFZ
2011 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 13 Dec 2011. Recorded mileage 150,348 miles. MOT valid until 02 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 150,348 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EF61 BFZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/08/2026
- 150,348 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EF61 BFZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volkswagen Golf (EF61 BFZ) between September 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
EF61 BFZ Mileage History
- 02/09/2024132,771 mi
- 04/09/2025141,357 mi+8,586 mi
- 04/09/2025141,357 mi
- 13/08/2026150,348 mi+8,991 mi
- 13/08/2026150,348 mi
Average of roughly 9,043 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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