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At a glance
This 2001 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1595cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 13,941 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for PY51 HGU
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 13,941 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -125,400 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PY51 HGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About PY51 HGU
What car is PY51 HGU?
PY51 HGU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2001.
What is the mileage of PY51 HGU?
The last recorded mileage for PY51 HGU was 13,941 miles, recorded on 28 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY51 HGU passed its MOT?
PY51 HGU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2016.
Is PY51 HGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY51 HGU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PY51 HGU?
PY51 HGU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.