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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 136,772 miles on the clock, averaging 7,274 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 WDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,772 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,745 |
| Average per year | 7,274 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 WDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 WDU
What car is LB51 WDU?
LB51 WDU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2001.
What is the mileage of LB51 WDU?
The last recorded mileage for LB51 WDU was 136,772 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB51 WDU passed its MOT?
LB51 WDU has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2018.
Is LB51 WDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB51 WDU 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 WDU?
LB51 WDU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.