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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 177,928 miles on the clock, averaging 11,849 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 OWK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 177,928 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,370 |
| Average per year | 11,849 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OU51 OWK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 OWK
What car is OU51 OWK?
OU51 OWK is an green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2001.
What is the mileage of OU51 OWK?
The last recorded mileage for OU51 OWK was 177,928 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU51 OWK passed its MOT?
OU51 OWK has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Oct 2015.
Is OU51 OWK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU51 OWK 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 OWK?
OU51 OWK is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.