Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
WF51 XVA

2001 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1595cc

Silver Registered in Exeter, West of England · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1595cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Petrol 1595cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 81,352 miles on the clock, averaging 3,690 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.

MOT & Mileage History for WF51 XVA

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,352
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
3,690

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading81,352 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year3,690
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF51 XVA 15k31k48k65k81k '06'24'16

Check WF51 XVA

Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,352 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,350 miles
Since last MOT+3,798 miles
PASS
Mileage77,552 miles
Since last MOT+3,371 miles
PASS
Mileage74,181 miles
Since last MOT+4,300 miles
PASS
Mileage69,881 miles
Since last MOT+5,796 miles
PASS
Mileage64,085 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,085 miles
Since last MOT+5,364 miles
PASS
Mileage58,721 miles
Since last MOT+6,047 miles
PASS
Mileage52,674 miles
Since last MOT+3,988 miles
PASS
Mileage48,686 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,686 miles
Since last MOT+5,490 miles
PASS
Mileage43,196 miles
Since last MOT+11,043 miles
PASS
Mileage32,153 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,153 miles
Since last MOT+7,843 miles
PASS
Mileage24,310 miles
Since last MOT+76 miles
PASS
Mileage24,234 miles
Since last MOT+1,352 miles
PASS
Mileage22,882 miles
Since last MOT+1,163 miles
PASS
Mileage21,719 miles
Since last MOT+1,757 miles
PASS
Mileage19,962 miles
Since last MOT+1,532 miles
PASS
Mileage18,430 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage18,430 miles
Since last MOT+1,805 miles
PASS
Mileage16,625 miles
Since last MOT+1,984 miles
PASS
Mileage14,641 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (1997–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Check DVSA recall data directly

Search specialist VAG forums

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF51 XVA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1595cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

More WF51 X plates

Browse all WF51 X registrations from Exeter.

About WF51 XVA

What car is WF51 XVA?

WF51 XVA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Exeter in 2001.

What is the mileage of WF51 XVA?

The last recorded mileage for WF51 XVA was 81,352 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF51 XVA passed its MOT?

WF51 XVA has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2024.

Is WF51 XVA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF51 XVA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WF51 XVA?

WF51 XVA is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.