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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 263,360 miles on the clock, averaging 10,679 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for FH51 VSL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 263,360 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,018 |
| Average per year | 10,679 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | FH51 VSL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About FH51 VSL
What car is FH51 VSL?
FH51 VSL is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FH51 VSL?
The last recorded mileage for FH51 VSL was 263,360 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FH51 VSL passed its MOT?
FH51 VSL has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 Apr 2026.
Is FH51 VSL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH51 VSL 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 FH51 VSL?
FH51 VSL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.