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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 141,761 miles on the clock, averaging 9,320 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 GF51 FTD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 141,761 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17 |
| Average per year | 9,320 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | GF51 FTD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About GF51 FTD
What car is GF51 FTD?
GF51 FTD is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2001.
What is the mileage of GF51 FTD?
The last recorded mileage for GF51 FTD was 141,761 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF51 FTD passed its MOT?
GF51 FTD has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2014.
Is GF51 FTD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF51 FTD 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 GF51 FTD?
GF51 FTD is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.