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 163,687 miles on the clock, averaging 5,799 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for HF51 VDL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 163,687 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20 |
| Average per year | 5,799 |
| 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 | HF51 VDL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HF — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About HF51 VDL
What car is HF51 VDL?
HF51 VDL is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2002.
What is the mileage of HF51 VDL?
The last recorded mileage for HF51 VDL was 163,687 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HF51 VDL passed its MOT?
HF51 VDL has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2025.
Is HF51 VDL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HF51 VDL 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 HF51 VDL?
HF51 VDL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.