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 21 and failing 6 (78% pass rate). It has 197,590 miles on the clock, averaging 7,555 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for NJ51 CYC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 197,590 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,555 |
| 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 | NJ51 CYC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About NJ51 CYC
What car is NJ51 CYC?
NJ51 CYC is an beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2001.
What is the mileage of NJ51 CYC?
The last recorded mileage for NJ51 CYC was 197,590 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ51 CYC passed its MOT?
NJ51 CYC has had 27 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (21 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2025.
Is NJ51 CYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ51 CYC 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 NJ51 CYC?
NJ51 CYC is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.