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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 6 (77% pass rate). It has 165,043 miles on the clock, averaging 4,990 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for DX51 EXJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 165,043 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,990 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 EXJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 EXJ
What car is DX51 EXJ?
DX51 EXJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2001.
What is the mileage of DX51 EXJ?
The last recorded mileage for DX51 EXJ was 165,043 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DX51 EXJ passed its MOT?
DX51 EXJ has had 26 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (20 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2025.
Is DX51 EXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DX51 EXJ 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 EXJ?
DX51 EXJ is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.