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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 190,804 miles on the clock, averaging 14,226 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 KP51 BVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 190,804 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,925 |
| Average per year | 14,226 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | KP51 BVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KP — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About KP51 BVU
What car is KP51 BVU?
KP51 BVU is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2001.
What is the mileage of KP51 BVU?
The last recorded mileage for KP51 BVU was 190,804 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KP51 BVU passed its MOT?
KP51 BVU has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2012.
Is KP51 BVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KP51 BVU 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 KP51 BVU?
KP51 BVU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.