2011 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · FY61 VMC
2011 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 31 Oct 2011. Recorded mileage 127,096 miles. MOT valid until 03 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,096 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FY61 VMC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 27/10/2026
- 127,096 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 17 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FY61 VMC 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 (FY61 VMC) between October 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 October 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (15 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 34 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 Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
FY61 VMC Mileage History
- 17/10/2023100,484 mi
- 24/10/2024108,263 mi+7,779 mi
- 24/10/2024108,266 mi+3 mi
- 27/10/2025114,617 mi+6,351 mi
- 27/10/2026127,096 mi+12,479 mi
Average of roughly 8,786 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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