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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 170,445 miles on the clock, averaging 8,531 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for LF51 YOV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 170,445 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,260 |
| Average per year | 8,531 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 YOV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 YOV
What car is LF51 YOV?
LF51 YOV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2001.
What is the mileage of LF51 YOV?
The last recorded mileage for LF51 YOV was 170,445 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LF51 YOV passed its MOT?
LF51 YOV has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2020.
Is LF51 YOV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LF51 YOV 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 YOV?
LF51 YOV is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.