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 2002 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 165,472 miles on the clock, averaging 6,629 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for PD51 BYE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 165,472 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,629 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | PD51 BYE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PD — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About PD51 BYE
What car is PD51 BYE?
PD51 BYE is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.
What is the mileage of PD51 BYE?
The last recorded mileage for PD51 BYE was 165,472 miles, recorded on 14 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PD51 BYE passed its MOT?
PD51 BYE has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2025.
Is PD51 BYE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PD51 BYE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PD51 BYE?
PD51 BYE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.