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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 161,468 miles on the clock, averaging 11,270 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 SL51 FFB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,468 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,653 |
| Average per year | 11,270 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SL51 FFB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About SL51 FFB
What car is SL51 FFB?
SL51 FFB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2001.
What is the mileage of SL51 FFB?
The last recorded mileage for SL51 FFB was 161,468 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL51 FFB passed its MOT?
SL51 FFB has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2013.
Is SL51 FFB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL51 FFB 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 SL51 FFB?
SL51 FFB is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.