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 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 157,394 miles on the clock, averaging 20,950 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 XAE
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 | 157,394 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,205 |
| Average per year | 20,950 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | LD51 XAE |
| 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 XAE
What car is LD51 XAE?
LD51 XAE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2001.
What is the mileage of LD51 XAE?
The last recorded mileage for LD51 XAE was 157,394 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LD51 XAE passed its MOT?
LD51 XAE has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Sep 2011.
Is LD51 XAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD51 XAE 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 XAE?
LD51 XAE is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.