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 2002 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 11 (56% pass rate). It has 187,221 miles on the clock, averaging 7,641 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for DF51 LOD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 187,221 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,641 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DF51 LOD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About DF51 LOD
What car is DF51 LOD?
DF51 LOD is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2002.
What is the mileage of DF51 LOD?
The last recorded mileage for DF51 LOD was 187,221 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF51 LOD passed its MOT?
DF51 LOD has had 25 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (14 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2019.
Is DF51 LOD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF51 LOD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DF51 LOD?
DF51 LOD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.