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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 166,218 miles on the clock, averaging 15,039 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 HX51 RYR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,218 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 15,039 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | HX51 RYR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HX — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About HX51 RYR
What car is HX51 RYR?
HX51 RYR is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2001.
What is the mileage of HX51 RYR?
The last recorded mileage for HX51 RYR was 166,218 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HX51 RYR passed its MOT?
HX51 RYR has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Sep 2012.
Is HX51 RYR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HX51 RYR 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 HX51 RYR?
HX51 RYR is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.