2011 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · WN61 PFO
2011 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 11 Nov 2011. Recorded mileage 139,488 miles. MOT expired on 26 Feb 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Feb 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (16 Sept 2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 139,488 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WN61 PFO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/02/2025
- 139,488 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WN61 PFO 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 PFO) between February 2023 and February 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 February 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: Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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 Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.
WN61 PFO Mileage History
- 10/02/2023116,202 mi
- 14/02/2024131,962 mi+15,760 mi
- 15/02/2024131,987 mi+25 mi
- 27/02/2025139,488 mi+7,501 mi
- 27/02/2025139,488 mi
Average of roughly 11,369 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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