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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 147,959 miles on the clock, averaging 9,603 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 BG51 BKO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,959 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 440 |
| Average per year | 9,603 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | BG51 BKO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BG51 BKO
What car is BG51 BKO?
BG51 BKO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BG51 BKO?
The last recorded mileage for BG51 BKO was 147,959 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG51 BKO passed its MOT?
BG51 BKO has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2015.
Is BG51 BKO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG51 BKO 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 BG51 BKO?
BG51 BKO is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.