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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 156,179 miles on the clock, averaging 7,027 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 LB51 HGM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 156,179 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,027 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | LB51 HGM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LB — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About LB51 HGM
What car is LB51 HGM?
LB51 HGM is an beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2001.
What is the mileage of LB51 HGM?
The last recorded mileage for LB51 HGM was 156,179 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB51 HGM passed its MOT?
LB51 HGM has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2023.
Is LB51 HGM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB51 HGM 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 LB51 HGM?
LB51 HGM is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.