Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
OU51 LZP

2001 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 276,399 miles on the clock, averaging 23,608 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 OU51 LZP

MOT Status
Due date passed
276,399
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
23,608

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading276,399 miles
Reading date
Average per year23,608
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OU51 LZP 252k258k264k270k276k '06'07'07

Check OU51 LZP

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage276,399 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage276,399 miles
Since last MOT+24,566 miles
PASS
Mileage251,833 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (1997–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 LZP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

More OU51 L plates

Browse all OU51 L registrations from Oxford.

About OU51 LZP

What car is OU51 LZP?

OU51 LZP is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2001.

What is the mileage of OU51 LZP?

The last recorded mileage for OU51 LZP was 276,399 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2007 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU51 LZP passed its MOT?

OU51 LZP has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Aug 2007.

Is OU51 LZP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU51 LZP 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 LZP?

OU51 LZP is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.