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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 4 (50% pass rate). It has 128,137 miles on the clock, averaging 9,692 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 WA51 RFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 128,137 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,601 |
| Average per year | 9,692 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | WA51 RFJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WA — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About WA51 RFJ
What car is WA51 RFJ?
WA51 RFJ is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2001.
What is the mileage of WA51 RFJ?
The last recorded mileage for WA51 RFJ was 128,137 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WA51 RFJ passed its MOT?
WA51 RFJ has had 8 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (4 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 9 Dec 2010.
Is WA51 RFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WA51 RFJ 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 WA51 RFJ?
WA51 RFJ is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.