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 2002 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 159,444 miles on the clock, averaging 6,738 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for MA51 FWE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 159,444 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,738 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MA51 FWE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About MA51 FWE
What car is MA51 FWE?
MA51 FWE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MA51 FWE?
The last recorded mileage for MA51 FWE was 159,444 miles, recorded on 12 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA51 FWE passed its MOT?
MA51 FWE has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2016.
Is MA51 FWE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA51 FWE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MA51 FWE?
MA51 FWE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.