Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
LF51 OYT

2001 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 65,048 miles on the clock, averaging 4,105 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.

MOT & Mileage History for LF51 OYT

MOT Status
Due date passed
65,048
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
4,105

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading65,048 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,722
Average per year4,105
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LF51 OYT 25k35k45k55k65k '06'16'12

Check LF51 OYT

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage65,048 miles
Since last MOT+4,722 miles
PASS
Mileage60,326 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,326 miles
Since last MOT+1,890 miles
PASS
Mileage58,436 miles
Since last MOT+1,733 miles
PASS
Mileage56,703 miles
Since last MOT+2,899 miles
PASS
Mileage53,804 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,803 miles
Since last MOT+9,016 miles
PASS
Mileage44,787 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,787 miles
Since last MOT+6,779 miles
PASS
Mileage38,008 miles
Since last MOT+6,493 miles
PASS
Mileage31,515 miles
Since last MOT+6,172 miles
PASS
Mileage25,343 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (1997–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 OYT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeLF — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

More LF51 O plates

Browse all LF51 O registrations from Wimbledon.

About LF51 OYT

What car is LF51 OYT?

LF51 OYT is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2001.

What is the mileage of LF51 OYT?

The last recorded mileage for LF51 OYT was 65,048 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LF51 OYT passed its MOT?

LF51 OYT has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2016.

Is LF51 OYT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LF51 OYT 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 OYT?

LF51 OYT is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.