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 Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 145,148 miles on the clock, averaging 7,772 miles per year, around 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 AE51 YSA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,148 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16 |
| Average per year | 7,772 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
Check AE51 YSA
- Write-off & insurance claims Experian
- Outstanding finance check Experian
- Stolen vehicle check Experian
- Ownership changes Experian
- Mileage discrepancy alerts
- Plate & colour change history
- Franchised dealer records
- Independent garage visits
- Service interval analysis
- Warranty work logged
Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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
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
| Registration | AE51 YSA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
More AE51 Y plates
Browse all AE51 Y registrations from Peterborough.
About AE51 YSA
What car is AE51 YSA?
AE51 YSA is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2001.
What is the mileage of AE51 YSA?
The last recorded mileage for AE51 YSA was 145,148 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE51 YSA passed its MOT?
AE51 YSA has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2015.
Is AE51 YSA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE51 YSA 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 AE51 YSA?
AE51 YSA is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.