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 Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 76,832 miles on the clock, averaging 3,596 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for DK51 SMU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 76,832 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,172 |
| Average per year | 3,596 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DK51 SMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| 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 SMU
What car is DK51 SMU?
DK51 SMU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2001.
What is the mileage of DK51 SMU?
The last recorded mileage for DK51 SMU was 76,832 miles, recorded on 25 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DK51 SMU passed its MOT?
DK51 SMU has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Aug 2015.
Is DK51 SMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK51 SMU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DK51 SMU?
DK51 SMU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.