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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 188,426 miles on the clock, averaging 9,208 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 PY51 BYB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,426 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,208 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | PY51 BYB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About PY51 BYB
What car is PY51 BYB?
PY51 BYB is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2001.
What is the mileage of PY51 BYB?
The last recorded mileage for PY51 BYB was 188,426 miles, recorded on 20 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY51 BYB passed its MOT?
PY51 BYB has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Dec 2023.
Is PY51 BYB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY51 BYB 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 PY51 BYB?
PY51 BYB is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.