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 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 157,334 miles on the clock, averaging 11,218 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 GHB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 157,334 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,280 |
| Average per year | 11,218 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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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Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MA51 GHB |
| 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 GHB
What car is MA51 GHB?
MA51 GHB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MA51 GHB?
The last recorded mileage for MA51 GHB was 157,334 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA51 GHB passed its MOT?
MA51 GHB has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Mar 2016.
Is MA51 GHB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA51 GHB 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 GHB?
MA51 GHB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.