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YJ61 VLR

2011 Volkswagen Golf R

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,417 mi
Last recorded72,417 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ61 VLR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf R
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2025 72,417 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 72,144 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf R?

Based on 1,948 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.

91.9%
Pass Rate
6,210
Miles/Year
12
Year Lifespan
452
On UK Roads
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YJ61 VLR is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf R in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The Volkswagen Golf R typically stays on UK roads for around 12 years. At 15 years old, this Volkswagen Golf R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJ61 VLR registered?

YJ61 VLR is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf R, first registered on 1 September 2011.

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