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 2002 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 203,874 miles on the clock, averaging 10,219 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 VST
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 203,874 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,171 |
| Average per year | 10,219 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 VST |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BP51 VST
What car is BP51 VST?
BP51 VST is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BP51 VST?
The last recorded mileage for BP51 VST was 203,874 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP51 VST passed its MOT?
BP51 VST has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2015.
Is BP51 VST ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP51 VST is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, 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 VST?
BP51 VST is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.