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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 96,325 miles on the clock, averaging 4,832 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 OU51 BDE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,325 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,832 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OU51 BDE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About OU51 BDE
What car is OU51 BDE?
OU51 BDE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2001.
What is the mileage of OU51 BDE?
The last recorded mileage for OU51 BDE was 96,325 miles, recorded on 23 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU51 BDE passed its MOT?
OU51 BDE has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 23 Dec 2019.
Is OU51 BDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU51 BDE 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 OU51 BDE?
OU51 BDE is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.