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 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 102,486 miles on the clock, averaging 3,974 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for FM51 FPL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 102,486 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 548 |
| Average per year | 3,974 |
| 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 | FM51 FPL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About FM51 FPL
What car is FM51 FPL?
FM51 FPL is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FM51 FPL?
The last recorded mileage for FM51 FPL was 102,486 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM51 FPL passed its MOT?
FM51 FPL has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 31 Mar 2025.
Is FM51 FPL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM51 FPL 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 FM51 FPL?
FM51 FPL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.