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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 156,114 miles on the clock, averaging 11,515 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 SF51 USO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,114 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,773 |
| Average per year | 11,515 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | SF51 USO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SF — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About SF51 USO
What car is SF51 USO?
SF51 USO is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2001.
What is the mileage of SF51 USO?
The last recorded mileage for SF51 USO was 156,114 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SF51 USO passed its MOT?
SF51 USO has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2012.
Is SF51 USO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SF51 USO 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 SF51 USO?
SF51 USO is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.