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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1984cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 105,967 miles on the clock, averaging 4,855 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for ME51 ELS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 105,967 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,855 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ME51 ELS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ME — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About ME51 ELS
What car is ME51 ELS?
ME51 ELS is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of ME51 ELS?
The last recorded mileage for ME51 ELS was 105,967 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ME51 ELS passed its MOT?
ME51 ELS has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2025.
Is ME51 ELS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ME51 ELS is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is ME51 ELS?
ME51 ELS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.