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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 194,065 miles on the clock, averaging 12,742 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 KBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 194,065 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 12,742 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 KBY |
| 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 KBY
What car is KX51 KBY?
KX51 KBY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2001.
What is the mileage of KX51 KBY?
The last recorded mileage for KX51 KBY was 194,065 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KX51 KBY passed its MOT?
KX51 KBY has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2017.
Is KX51 KBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KX51 KBY 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 KBY?
KX51 KBY is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.