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At a glance
This 2002 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 124,658 miles on the clock, averaging 11,266 miles per year, above 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 BA51 TBA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 124,658 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,547 |
| Average per year | 11,266 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BA51 TBA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BA — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BA51 TBA
What car is BA51 TBA?
BA51 TBA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BA51 TBA?
The last recorded mileage for BA51 TBA was 124,658 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BA51 TBA passed its MOT?
BA51 TBA has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 17 Oct 2015.
Is BA51 TBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BA51 TBA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BA51 TBA?
BA51 TBA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.