Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2009 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 2000cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 70,807 miles on the clock, averaging 3,200 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for AK51 SEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 70,807 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,200 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AK51 SEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About AK51 SEL
What car is AK51 SEL?
AK51 SEL is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2009.
What is the mileage of AK51 SEL?
The last recorded mileage for AK51 SEL was 70,807 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK51 SEL passed its MOT?
AK51 SEL has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Jun 2026.
Is AK51 SEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK51 SEL is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is AK51 SEL?
AK51 SEL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.