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 Petrol 1390cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 85,237 miles on the clock, averaging 9,516 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for BG51 GZX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 85,237 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,008 |
| Average per year | 9,516 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG51 GZX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BG51 GZX
What car is BG51 GZX?
BG51 GZX is a beige Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BG51 GZX?
The last recorded mileage for BG51 GZX was 85,237 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG51 GZX passed its MOT?
BG51 GZX has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Nov 2011.
Is BG51 GZX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG51 GZX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BG51 GZX?
BG51 GZX is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.