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 189,944 miles on the clock, averaging 6,828 miles per year, 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 DX51 EXM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 189,944 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,764 |
| Average per year | 6,828 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DX51 EXM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| 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 EXM
What car is DX51 EXM?
DX51 EXM is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2001.
What is the mileage of DX51 EXM?
The last recorded mileage for DX51 EXM was 189,944 miles, recorded on 5 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DX51 EXM passed its MOT?
DX51 EXM has had 28 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (21 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 May 2026.
Is DX51 EXM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DX51 EXM 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 DX51 EXM?
DX51 EXM is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.