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GJ61 JKU

2011 Volkswagen Golf TDI

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

107,771 mi
Last recorded107,771 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Golf TDI85,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ61 JKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf TDI
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 107,771 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 87,898 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 85,467 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

service light

Fail 16 Jan 2024 85,467 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

service light

Pass 4 Jan 2023 80,845 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jan 2023 80,845 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 76,907 miles

service light on

Pass 26 Oct 2020 72,594 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 62,818 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 46,652 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 35,245 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 30,521 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 24,761 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf TDI?

Based on 1,291 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
7,065
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8
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GJ61 JKU is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf TDI in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Golf TDI models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 85,467 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ61 JKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 15 years old, this Volkswagen Golf TDI is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GJ61 JKU registered?

GJ61 JKU is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf TDI, first registered on 16 September 2011.

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The MOT history for GJ61 JKU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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