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 Transporter Diesel 2461cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 167,047 miles on the clock, averaging 6,556 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 TDI engine is known for identified faults and egr valve carbon buildup.
MOT & Mileage History for AE51 LYK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 167,047 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,235 |
| Average per year | 6,556 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
Reported issues for this Volkswagen Transporter
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Transporter models (1990–2003), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Identified Faults
EGR valve carbon buildup
Soot deposits clog the EGR valve, causing it to stick open/closed.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AE51 LYK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2461cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About AE51 LYK
What car is AE51 LYK?
AE51 LYK is an yellow Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2461cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2001.
What is the mileage of AE51 LYK?
The last recorded mileage for AE51 LYK was 167,047 miles, recorded on 28 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE51 LYK passed its MOT?
AE51 LYK has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Jun 2019.
Is AE51 LYK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE51 LYK 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 AE51 LYK?
AE51 LYK is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.