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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 189,125 miles on the clock, averaging 9,369 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 AP51 BBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 189,125 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,980 |
| Average per year | 9,369 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | AP51 BBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About AP51 BBU
What car is AP51 BBU?
AP51 BBU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Norwich in 2001.
What is the mileage of AP51 BBU?
The last recorded mileage for AP51 BBU was 189,125 miles, recorded on 3 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP51 BBU passed its MOT?
AP51 BBU has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2024.
Is AP51 BBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP51 BBU 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 AP51 BBU?
AP51 BBU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.