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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 174,814 miles on the clock, averaging 10,927 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 BPE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,814 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,530 |
| Average per year | 10,927 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 BPE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 BPE
What car is BG51 BPE?
BG51 BPE is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BG51 BPE?
The last recorded mileage for BG51 BPE was 174,814 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG51 BPE passed its MOT?
BG51 BPE has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2014.
Is BG51 BPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG51 BPE 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 BPE?
BG51 BPE is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.