2011 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · WN61 DVG
2011 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 31 Oct 2011. Recorded mileage 157,666 miles. MOT expired on 06 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,666 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WN61 DVG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/09/2025
- 157,666 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WN61 DVG 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 (WN61 DVG) between August 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 September 2025 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: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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 Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))”; “Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
WN61 DVG Mileage History
- 14/08/2023132,888 mi
- 14/08/2023132,888 mi
- 09/08/2024147,505 mi+14,617 mi
- 10/08/2024147,505 mi
- 08/09/2025157,666 mi+10,161 mi
Average of roughly 11,969 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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