2011 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · SH61 DKU
2011 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 08 Nov 2011. Recorded mileage 126,971 miles. MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 126,971 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SH61 DKU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2026
- 126,971 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SH61 DKU 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 (SH61 DKU) between December 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 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: Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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: “Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
SH61 DKU Mileage History
- 02/12/2024120,666 mi
- 01/12/2025124,961 mi+4,295 mi
- 08/12/2025125,002 mi+41 mi
- 20/08/2026126,969 mi+1,967 mi
- 21/08/2026126,971 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 3,672 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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