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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 151,731 miles on the clock, averaging 5,962 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 SA51 TNU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 151,731 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,962 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SA51 TNU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About SA51 TNU
What car is SA51 TNU?
SA51 TNU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2001.
What is the mileage of SA51 TNU?
The last recorded mileage for SA51 TNU was 151,731 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA51 TNU passed its MOT?
SA51 TNU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Apr 2018.
Is SA51 TNU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA51 TNU 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 SA51 TNU?
SA51 TNU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.