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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 155,347 miles on the clock, averaging 11,873 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for BP51 UGW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,347 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,873 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | BP51 UGW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BP51 UGW
What car is BP51 UGW?
BP51 UGW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BP51 UGW?
The last recorded mileage for BP51 UGW was 155,347 miles, recorded on 19 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP51 UGW passed its MOT?
BP51 UGW has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Jun 2013.
Is BP51 UGW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP51 UGW 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 BP51 UGW?
BP51 UGW is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.