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 2792cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 158,901 miles on the clock, averaging 8,029 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.8 VR6 engine is known for aqp/aue and component.
MOT & Mileage History for BN51 OHC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 158,901 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,786 |
| Average per year | 8,029 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN51 OHC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2792cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BN51 OHC
What car is BN51 OHC?
BN51 OHC is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2792cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BN51 OHC?
The last recorded mileage for BN51 OHC was 158,901 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN51 OHC passed its MOT?
BN51 OHC has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2020.
Is BN51 OHC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN51 OHC 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 BN51 OHC?
BN51 OHC is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.