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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 222,230 miles on the clock, averaging 13,319 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 DK51 OUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 222,230 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,319 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | DK51 OUW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DK — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About DK51 OUW
What car is DK51 OUW?
DK51 OUW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2001.
What is the mileage of DK51 OUW?
The last recorded mileage for DK51 OUW was 222,230 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DK51 OUW passed its MOT?
DK51 OUW has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2018.
Is DK51 OUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK51 OUW 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 DK51 OUW?
DK51 OUW is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.