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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 137,896 miles on the clock, averaging 17,635 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 MT51 DFE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 137,896 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,408 |
| Average per year | 17,635 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | MT51 DFE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About MT51 DFE
What car is MT51 DFE?
MT51 DFE is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2001.
What is the mileage of MT51 DFE?
The last recorded mileage for MT51 DFE was 137,896 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT51 DFE passed its MOT?
MT51 DFE has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2010.
Is MT51 DFE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT51 DFE 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 MT51 DFE?
MT51 DFE is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.