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 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 132,013 miles on the clock, averaging 21,224 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 GY51 LFW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,013 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 27,654 |
| Average per year | 21,224 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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 | GY51 LFW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About GY51 LFW
What car is GY51 LFW?
GY51 LFW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2001.
What is the mileage of GY51 LFW?
The last recorded mileage for GY51 LFW was 132,013 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2007 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY51 LFW passed its MOT?
GY51 LFW has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Jun 2007.
Is GY51 LFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY51 LFW 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 GY51 LFW?
GY51 LFW is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.