The road tax status for SY61 USM is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SY61 USM?

The MOT for SY61 USM is valid and due for renewal on or before 11 August 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of SY61 USM?

The recorded mileage for SY61 USM is 125,962 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SY61 USM ULEZ compliant?

No, SY61 USM does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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2011 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · SY61 USM

SY61 USM

2011 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 21/09/2011. Recorded mileage 125,962 miles. MOT valid until 11/08/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2011 · Inverness
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 11/08/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 125,962 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 125,962 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2011
Engine: 1968cc

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SY61 USM Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 13/08/2026
125,962 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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SY61 USM Mileage History

07/08/2024107,397 mi
06/08/2025120,490 mi+13,093 mi
07/08/2025120,490 mi
13/08/2026125,962 mi+5,472 mi
13/08/2026125,962 mi

Average of roughly 9,217 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SY61 USM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 04:19

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volkswagen Golf (SY61 USM) between August 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: Suspension (11 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 23 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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