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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 3 (87% pass rate). It has 152,678 miles on the clock, averaging 6,836 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for BN51 HKG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 152,678 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,836 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | BN51 HKG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BN51 HKG
What car is BN51 HKG?
BN51 HKG is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BN51 HKG?
The last recorded mileage for BN51 HKG was 152,678 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN51 HKG passed its MOT?
BN51 HKG has had 23 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (20 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2025.
Is BN51 HKG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN51 HKG 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 BN51 HKG?
BN51 HKG is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.