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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 198,155 miles on the clock, averaging 15,125 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 XRS
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 | 198,155 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,935 |
| Average per year | 15,125 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 XRS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 XRS
What car is LF51 XRS?
LF51 XRS is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2001.
What is the mileage of LF51 XRS?
The last recorded mileage for LF51 XRS was 198,155 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LF51 XRS passed its MOT?
LF51 XRS has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2015.
Is LF51 XRS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LF51 XRS 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 XRS?
LF51 XRS is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.