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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 190,103 miles on the clock, averaging 3,819 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for BG51 BWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 190,103 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 3,819 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 BWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 BWU
What car is BG51 BWU?
BG51 BWU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BG51 BWU?
The last recorded mileage for BG51 BWU was 190,103 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG51 BWU passed its MOT?
BG51 BWU has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2025.
Is BG51 BWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG51 BWU 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 BWU?
BG51 BWU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.