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 1781cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 11 (62% pass rate). It has 186,384 miles on the clock, averaging 4,735 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BG51 UBP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 186,384 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,719 |
| Average per year | 4,735 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG51 UBP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1781cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BG51 UBP
What car is BG51 UBP?
BG51 UBP is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1781cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BG51 UBP?
The last recorded mileage for BG51 UBP was 186,384 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG51 UBP passed its MOT?
BG51 UBP has had 29 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (18 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2025.
Is BG51 UBP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG51 UBP 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 UBP?
BG51 UBP is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.