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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 181,305 miles on the clock, averaging 5,530 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 BT51 GWP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 181,305 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,118 |
| Average per year | 5,530 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | BT51 GWP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BT51 GWP
What car is BT51 GWP?
BT51 GWP is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BT51 GWP?
The last recorded mileage for BT51 GWP was 181,305 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT51 GWP passed its MOT?
BT51 GWP has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2024.
Is BT51 GWP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT51 GWP 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 BT51 GWP?
BT51 GWP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.