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 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 221,574 miles on the clock, averaging 13,181 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 BT51 XSW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 221,574 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13 |
| Average per year | 13,181 |
| 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 XSW |
| 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 XSW
What car is BT51 XSW?
BT51 XSW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BT51 XSW?
The last recorded mileage for BT51 XSW was 221,574 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT51 XSW passed its MOT?
BT51 XSW has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 30 Jun 2017.
Is BT51 XSW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT51 XSW 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 XSW?
BT51 XSW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.