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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 172,998 miles on the clock, averaging 15,404 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 LF51 MBX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,998 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 15,404 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | LF51 MBX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LF — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About LF51 MBX
What car is LF51 MBX?
LF51 MBX is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2001.
What is the mileage of LF51 MBX?
The last recorded mileage for LF51 MBX was 172,998 miles, recorded on 3 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LF51 MBX passed its MOT?
LF51 MBX has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Jan 2014.
Is LF51 MBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LF51 MBX 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 LF51 MBX?
LF51 MBX is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.