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 2001 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 207,239 miles on the clock, averaging 11,647 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 FP51 EJL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 207,239 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,647 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | FP51 EJL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About FP51 EJL
What car is FP51 EJL?
FP51 EJL is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of FP51 EJL?
The last recorded mileage for FP51 EJL was 207,239 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP51 EJL passed its MOT?
FP51 EJL has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2021.
Is FP51 EJL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP51 EJL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FP51 EJL?
FP51 EJL is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.