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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 168,683 miles on the clock, averaging 6,943 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 HS51 XFN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 168,683 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 972 |
| Average per year | 6,943 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | HS51 XFN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HS — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About HS51 XFN
What car is HS51 XFN?
HS51 XFN is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2001.
What is the mileage of HS51 XFN?
The last recorded mileage for HS51 XFN was 168,683 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HS51 XFN passed its MOT?
HS51 XFN has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2026.
Is HS51 XFN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HS51 XFN 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 HS51 XFN?
HS51 XFN is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.