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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 167,925 miles on the clock, averaging 6,799 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 EYC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 167,925 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,952 |
| Average per year | 6,799 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 EYC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 EYC
What car is DX51 EYC?
DX51 EYC is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2001.
What is the mileage of DX51 EYC?
The last recorded mileage for DX51 EYC was 167,925 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DX51 EYC passed its MOT?
DX51 EYC has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Aug 2013.
Is DX51 EYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DX51 EYC 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 EYC?
DX51 EYC is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.