VOLKSWAGEN FX61ZZS MOT History, Tax Status & Mileage

infoGeneral Information

Make	VOLKSWAGEN
Model	GOLF
Colour	BLUE
Year of manufacture	2011
Fuel type	PETROL
Wheelplan	2 AXLE RIGID BODY
First registration	01 Sep 2011
Vehicle age	15 years
Type approval	M1
Date of last V5C issued	08 Apr 2025
Marked for export	No
Ownership stability	Recent acquisition
Estimated current ownership	1.3 years

local_gas_stationEngine & Fuel Consumption

Engine capacity	1,197 cc
Fuel type	PETROL
CO₂ emissions (official)	134 g/km
Fuel efficiency (est.)	~51 MPG
Environmental rating	2/10
ULEZ & Environmental Compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Est. annual fuel cost	~£906

assignment_turned_inVehicle Status, Tax & MOT

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✗ Untaxed Tax due: 02 May 2026

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✓ MOT Valid Expires: 13 Apr 2027

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ULEZ: Likely Non-Compliant Euro standard: Unknown

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✓ Not Marked for Export Registration: FX61ZZS

MOT Expires In

248

days (13 Apr 2027)

Tax Expires In

days (02 May 2026)

Registration	FX61ZZS
MOT status	✓ Valid
MOT expiry date	13 Apr 2027
MOT days remaining	248 days
Tax status	Untaxed
Tax due date	02 May 2026
Tax days remaining	0 days
V5C last issued	08 Apr 2025
Marked for export	No
ULEZ compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Estimated next MOT outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Service reminder	1743 miles in ~3 months

psychologyAI & Advanced Insights

AI Buyer Risk Indicator	cancelHigh Risk — Caution Recommended
Smart Buyer Recommendation	Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.
Vehicle Condition Rating	Very Poor
Vehicle Reliability Rating	1 / 10
MOT Failure Risk Prediction	77% (High Risk)
Estimated Next MOT Outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Pass / Fail Trend	Worsening
vs. Class Average (72% pass rate)	Above class average
MOT History Score	60/100
Overall Vehicle Risk Score	73/100 — High Risk
Data Confidence Score	95%
Vehicle Transparency Score	100/100
Vehicle Usage Pattern	Standard
Est. Running & Maintenance Cost	~£1,706 / year
Est. Annual Fuel Cost	~£906
Est. Annual Maintenance Cost	~£800
Future Repair & Defect Prediction	Suspension & Steering, Oil / Fluid Leaks, Brakes
Taxi / Commercial Use Risk	✓ No taxi use detected
Long-Term Owner Indicator	Not indicated
Est. Remaining Lifetime	~9.9 years (at current mileage rate)

summarizeAI Vehicle Summary

AI-Generated Summary VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2011), BLUE, PETROL, 1,197cc. Has completed 16 MOT tests, with a 75% pass rate (12 passed, 4 failed). Recorded 80,876 miles, averaging 6,970 miles/yr. 2 dangerous defects recorded across all tests. 31 advisory items recorded. Vehicle health score: 10/100 (Very Poor). Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.

historyMOT History Summary

MOT expiry date	2027-04-13
MOT pass rate	75%
Tests passed	12
Tests failed	4
Dangerous defects (total)	2
Major defects (total)	7
Minor defects (total)	4
Advisory items (total)	31
Pass / Fail trend	Worsening
vs. UK class average	Above class average

fact_checkFull MOT History (16 Tests)

MOT #16 2026-04-14 13:22

Test number: 172479637835

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 13 Apr 2027

Odometer: 80,876 MI

Items: 5

Advisory Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory Coolant leak

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £390 – £1,500

MOT #15 2026-04-09 10:19

Test number: 316546449297

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 80,869 MI

Items: 11

Major Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Minor Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Minor Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Minor Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Major Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory Coolant leak
Major Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £890 – £3,350

MOT #14 2024-09-20 13:32

Test number: 443994870257

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 21 Sep 2025

Odometer: 74,664 MI

Items: 4

Advisory front wiperblades smeary
Advisory Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £400 – £1,400

MOT #13 2024-09-19 11:05

Test number: 181929968663

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 74,660 MI

Items: 8

Advisory front wiperblades smeary
Advisory Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Dangerous Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Major Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Major Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £660 – £2,140

MOT #12 2023-09-22 09:17

Test number: 690580411305

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 21 Sep 2024

Odometer: 68,637 MI

Items: 4

Advisory Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Minor Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £280 – £760

MOT #11 2022-09-21 09:06

Test number: 408975481853

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 20 Sep 2023

Odometer: 62,587 MI

Items: 1

Advisory Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £80 – £200

MOT #10 2022-09-20 13:29

Test number: 223158883136

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 62,587 MI

Items: 2

Dangerous Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Advisory Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £195 – £470

MOT #9 2021-09-09 16:31

Test number: 889438592727

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Sep 2022

Odometer: 56,701 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #8 2021-09-08 17:13

Test number: 519677283099

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 56,701 MI

Items: 5

Major Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Major Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £480 – £1,250

MOT #7 2020-08-29 11:47

Test number: 763945751368

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Sep 2021

Odometer: 52,787 MI

Items: 1

Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £115 – £270

MOT #6 2019-09-06 16:48

Test number: 124905650776

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Sep 2020

Odometer: 49,934 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #5 2018-09-08 10:16

Test number: 817559474484

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Sep 2019

Odometer: 44,925 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #4 2017-09-09 10:09

Test number: 583696014244

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Sep 2018

Odometer: 41,229 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £230 – £540

MOT #3 2016-09-10 10:16

Test number: 568100114093

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Sep 2017

Odometer: 36,807 MI

Items: 1

Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £115 – £270

MOT #2 2015-09-12 10:46

Test number: 989118933773

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Sep 2016

Odometer: 31,726 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #1 2014-09-06 11:10

Test number: 968009744207

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 05 Sep 2015

Odometer: 26,535 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

speedMileage Check

Odometer unit	miles
Mileage registrations	16
First registration	2014-09-06
Last registration	2026-04-14
Latest reading	80,876 miles
Annual avg (est.)	6,970 mi/yr
vs UK average	Average
% of UK avg	98%
Mileage growth trend	Consistent use
Wear level	62% — High Wear
Odometer consistency	✓ Consistent

Registration #1	2014-09-06	26,535 miles
Registration #2	2015-09-12	31,726 miles
Registration #3	2016-09-10	36,807 miles
Registration #4	2017-09-09	41,229 miles
Registration #5	2018-09-08	44,925 miles
Registration #6	2019-09-06	49,934 miles
Registration #7	2020-08-29	52,787 miles
Registration #8	2021-09-08	56,701 miles
Registration #9	2021-09-09	56,701 miles
Registration #10	2022-09-20	62,587 miles
Registration #11	2022-09-21	62,587 miles
Registration #12	2023-09-22	68,637 miles
Registration #13	2024-09-19	74,660 miles
Registration #14	2024-09-20	74,664 miles
Registration #15	2026-04-09	80,869 miles
Registration #16	2026-04-14	80,876 miles

infoMileage shows a consistent upward trend — no anomalies suggesting odometer tampering.

list_altMost Common Defects & Advisories

⚠ Top Defects (Failures)
Ball Joint	×2
Coil Spring	×2
Suspension	×1
Tyre Tread	×1
Tyres	×1
ℹ Top Advisories
Suspension	×6
Tyres	×5
Ball Joint	×4
Brake Pads	×4
Coil Spring	×2

handymanAI Maintenance Suggestions

arrow_forwardInspect brake pads, discs and calipers — recurring brake-related items noted.
arrow_forwardCheck tyre tread depth and condition; replacement may be needed.
arrow_forwardSuspension components (bushes, shocks, ball joints) should be inspected.
arrow_forwardAt 15 years old, a full service including timing belt/chain check is recommended.

checklistMOT Preparation Advice

arrow_forwardHave brakes checked by a mechanic before the MOT.
arrow_forwardCheck tyre tread (min 1.6mm) and tyre pressures.
arrow_forwardCheck suspension and steering for play or noise.
arrow_forwardEnsure all lights are working (headlights, brake lights, indicators).
arrow_forwardCheck windscreen wipers and washer fluid.
arrow_forwardCheck for underbody corrosion on sills and chassis.

build_circleEstimated Repair Costs by Defect Severity

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Dangerous Defects

£175 – £450

2 defects found

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Major Defects

£580 – £1,680

7 defects found

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Minor Defects

£300 – £1,150

4 items found

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Advisory Items

£2,780 – £8,870

31 items noted

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All-Time Total Est.

£3,835 – £12,150

Across all MOT tests

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Latest MOT Est.

£390 – £1,500

Most recent test

info Cost estimates are indicative based on UK average repair prices for each defect type. Actual costs may vary by region, vehicle age, and garage. Always obtain multiple quotes.

trending_downEstimated Market Value & Depreciation

Est. Market Value

£600

Based on age, mileage & condition

Annual Depreciation

£81

~14% per year

Running Cost / yr

£1,706

Fuel + maintenance est.

Vehicle Age

years old

info Disclaimer: This valuation is an algorithmic estimate based on public DVLA/DVSA data (age, mileage, and MOT history). It does not account for specific trim levels, optional extras, physical condition, or service history. Always conduct your own market research before buying or selling a vehicle.