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 182,013 miles on the clock, averaging 13,204 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 KX51 ECV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 182,013 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,605 |
| Average per year | 13,204 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | KX51 ECV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KX — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About KX51 ECV
What car is KX51 ECV?
KX51 ECV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2001.
What is the mileage of KX51 ECV?
The last recorded mileage for KX51 ECV was 182,013 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KX51 ECV passed its MOT?
KX51 ECV has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2012.
Is KX51 ECV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KX51 ECV 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 KX51 ECV?
KX51 ECV is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.