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 2002 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 155,550 miles on the clock, averaging 11,857 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for GV51 YNS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,550 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,470 |
| Average per year | 11,857 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | GV51 YNS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About GV51 YNS
What car is GV51 YNS?
GV51 YNS is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GV51 YNS?
The last recorded mileage for GV51 YNS was 155,550 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV51 YNS passed its MOT?
GV51 YNS has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2017.
Is GV51 YNS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV51 YNS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GV51 YNS?
GV51 YNS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.