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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 3 (50% pass rate). It has 197,525 miles on the clock, averaging 28,116 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 KV51 HVC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,525 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22,377 |
| Average per year | 28,116 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | KV51 HVC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KV — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About KV51 HVC
What car is KV51 HVC?
KV51 HVC is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2001.
What is the mileage of KV51 HVC?
The last recorded mileage for KV51 HVC was 197,525 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KV51 HVC passed its MOT?
KV51 HVC has had 6 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (3 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 28 Sep 2010.
Is KV51 HVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KV51 HVC 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 KV51 HVC?
KV51 HVC is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.