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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 10 (67% pass rate). It has 206,864 miles on the clock, averaging 6,655 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 PD51 LAP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 206,864 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,024 |
| Average per year | 6,655 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | PD51 LAP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PD — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About PD51 LAP
What car is PD51 LAP?
PD51 LAP is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.
What is the mileage of PD51 LAP?
The last recorded mileage for PD51 LAP was 206,864 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PD51 LAP passed its MOT?
PD51 LAP has had 30 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (20 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 18 Dec 2025.
Is PD51 LAP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PD51 LAP 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 PD51 LAP?
PD51 LAP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.