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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 239,101 miles on the clock, averaging 10,060 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 DN51 VYY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 239,101 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 231 |
| Average per year | 10,060 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | DN51 VYY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DN — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About DN51 VYY
What car is DN51 VYY?
DN51 VYY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2001.
What is the mileage of DN51 VYY?
The last recorded mileage for DN51 VYY was 239,101 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DN51 VYY passed its MOT?
DN51 VYY has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2023.
Is DN51 VYY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DN51 VYY 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 DN51 VYY?
DN51 VYY is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.