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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 161,152 miles on the clock, averaging 8,811 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for EX51 TNE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 161,152 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 8,811 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | EX51 TNE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About EX51 TNE
What car is EX51 TNE?
EX51 TNE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2001.
What is the mileage of EX51 TNE?
The last recorded mileage for EX51 TNE was 161,152 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX51 TNE passed its MOT?
EX51 TNE has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2018.
Is EX51 TNE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX51 TNE 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 EX51 TNE?
EX51 TNE is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.