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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 186,470 miles on the clock, averaging 6,837 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for DX51 ELW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 186,470 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 889 |
| Average per year | 6,837 |
| 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 | DX51 ELW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DX — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About DX51 ELW
What car is DX51 ELW?
DX51 ELW is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2001.
What is the mileage of DX51 ELW?
The last recorded mileage for DX51 ELW was 186,470 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DX51 ELW passed its MOT?
DX51 ELW has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2020.
Is DX51 ELW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DX51 ELW 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 DX51 ELW?
DX51 ELW is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.