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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 38,123 miles on the clock, averaging 3,381 miles per year, well 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 EX51 WBU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 38,123 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,243 |
| Average per year | 3,381 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EX51 WBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About EX51 WBU
What car is EX51 WBU?
EX51 WBU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2001.
What is the mileage of EX51 WBU?
The last recorded mileage for EX51 WBU was 38,123 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX51 WBU passed its MOT?
EX51 WBU has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Aug 2013.
Is EX51 WBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX51 WBU 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 EX51 WBU?
EX51 WBU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.