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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 117,479 miles on the clock, averaging 4,506 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 LR51 BKA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 117,479 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,386 |
| Average per year | 4,506 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | LR51 BKA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About LR51 BKA
What car is LR51 BKA?
LR51 BKA is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2001.
What is the mileage of LR51 BKA?
The last recorded mileage for LR51 BKA was 117,479 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR51 BKA passed its MOT?
LR51 BKA has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2025.
Is LR51 BKA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR51 BKA 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 LR51 BKA?
LR51 BKA is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.