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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 167,116 miles on the clock, averaging 11,081 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 FM51 SVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,116 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 11,081 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 SVW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 SVW
What car is FM51 SVW?
FM51 SVW is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FM51 SVW?
The last recorded mileage for FM51 SVW was 167,116 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM51 SVW passed its MOT?
FM51 SVW has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2015.
Is FM51 SVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM51 SVW 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 SVW?
FM51 SVW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.