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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 7 (75% pass rate). It has 126,312 miles on the clock, averaging 4,011 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 VRU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 126,312 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,011 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DK51 VRU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VRU
What car is DK51 VRU?
DK51 VRU is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2001.
What is the mileage of DK51 VRU?
The last recorded mileage for DK51 VRU was 126,312 miles, recorded on 18 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DK51 VRU passed its MOT?
DK51 VRU has had 28 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (21 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 Jun 2026.
Is DK51 VRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK51 VRU 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 VRU?
DK51 VRU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.