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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 246,225 miles on the clock, averaging 10,352 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 LD51 SWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 246,225 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,352 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | LD51 SWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LD — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About LD51 SWJ
What car is LD51 SWJ?
LD51 SWJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2001.
What is the mileage of LD51 SWJ?
The last recorded mileage for LD51 SWJ was 246,225 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LD51 SWJ passed its MOT?
LD51 SWJ has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2022.
Is LD51 SWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD51 SWJ 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 LD51 SWJ?
LD51 SWJ is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.