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 1984cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 128,558 miles on the clock, averaging 4,844 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 engine is known for camshaft position sensor (part 06a905377).
MOT & Mileage History for BG51 UBS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 128,558 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 4,844 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Camshaft position sensor (part 06A905377)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG51 UBS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BG51 UBS
What car is BG51 UBS?
BG51 UBS is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BG51 UBS?
The last recorded mileage for BG51 UBS was 128,558 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG51 UBS passed its MOT?
BG51 UBS has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2022.
Is BG51 UBS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG51 UBS 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 UBS?
BG51 UBS is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.