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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 111,076 miles on the clock, averaging 4,114 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for GY51 SZW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 111,076 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 854 |
| Average per year | 4,114 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | GY51 SZW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About GY51 SZW
What car is GY51 SZW?
GY51 SZW is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2001.
What is the mileage of GY51 SZW?
The last recorded mileage for GY51 SZW was 111,076 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY51 SZW passed its MOT?
GY51 SZW has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2025.
Is GY51 SZW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY51 SZW 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 GY51 SZW?
GY51 SZW is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.