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 2015 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 121,134 miles on the clock, averaging 12,794 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for EL51 ECD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,134 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 12,794 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EL51 ECD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EL — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About EL51 ECD
What car is EL51 ECD?
EL51 ECD is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2015.
What is the mileage of EL51 ECD?
The last recorded mileage for EL51 ECD was 121,134 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EL51 ECD passed its MOT?
EL51 ECD has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2025.
Is EL51 ECD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EL51 ECD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2015, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EL51 ECD?
EL51 ECD is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.