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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 156,146 miles on the clock, averaging 8,987 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for WM51 SXV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 156,146 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,600 |
| Average per year | 8,987 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | WM51 SXV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WM — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About WM51 SXV
What car is WM51 SXV?
WM51 SXV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2002.
What is the mileage of WM51 SXV?
The last recorded mileage for WM51 SXV was 156,146 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WM51 SXV passed its MOT?
WM51 SXV has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2016.
Is WM51 SXV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM51 SXV 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 WM51 SXV?
WM51 SXV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.