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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 164,674 miles on the clock, averaging 13,150 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 MA51 GBX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 164,674 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,425 |
| Average per year | 13,150 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MA51 GBX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 GBX
What car is MA51 GBX?
MA51 GBX is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MA51 GBX?
The last recorded mileage for MA51 GBX was 164,674 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA51 GBX passed its MOT?
MA51 GBX has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2017.
Is MA51 GBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA51 GBX 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 GBX?
MA51 GBX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.