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 Petrol 2792cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 12 (57% pass rate). It has 178,702 miles on the clock, averaging 6,979 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.8 VR6 engine is known for aqp/aue and component.
MOT & Mileage History for BT51 HXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 178,702 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,014 |
| Average per year | 6,979 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BT51 HXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2792cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BT51 HXL
What car is BT51 HXL?
BT51 HXL is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2792cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BT51 HXL?
The last recorded mileage for BT51 HXL was 178,702 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT51 HXL passed its MOT?
BT51 HXL has had 28 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (16 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2024.
Is BT51 HXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT51 HXL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BT51 HXL?
BT51 HXL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.