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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 88,578 miles on the clock, averaging 2,411 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for PY51 MXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 88,578 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21 |
| Average per year | 2,411 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 MXU |
| 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 MXU
What car is PY51 MXU?
PY51 MXU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2002.
What is the mileage of PY51 MXU?
The last recorded mileage for PY51 MXU was 88,578 miles, recorded on 22 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY51 MXU passed its MOT?
PY51 MXU has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 Aug 2025.
Is PY51 MXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY51 MXU 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 MXU?
PY51 MXU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.