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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 152,079 miles on the clock, averaging 3,435 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 BK51 DHC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 152,079 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 3,435 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | BK51 DHC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BK — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BK51 DHC
What car is BK51 DHC?
BK51 DHC is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BK51 DHC?
The last recorded mileage for BK51 DHC was 152,079 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK51 DHC passed its MOT?
BK51 DHC has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2024.
Is BK51 DHC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK51 DHC 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 BK51 DHC?
BK51 DHC is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.