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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 142,293 miles on the clock, averaging 10,418 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 JWA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,293 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 10,418 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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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Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PY51 JWA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About PY51 JWA
What car is PY51 JWA?
PY51 JWA is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2002.
What is the mileage of PY51 JWA?
The last recorded mileage for PY51 JWA was 142,293 miles, recorded on 7 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY51 JWA passed its MOT?
PY51 JWA has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Jun 2013.
Is PY51 JWA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY51 JWA 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 PY51 JWA?
PY51 JWA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.