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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 178,707 miles on the clock, averaging 9,974 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 SH51 OUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,707 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,974 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | SH51 OUW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About SH51 OUW
What car is SH51 OUW?
SH51 OUW is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.
What is the mileage of SH51 OUW?
The last recorded mileage for SH51 OUW was 178,707 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH51 OUW passed its MOT?
SH51 OUW has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2017.
Is SH51 OUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH51 OUW 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 SH51 OUW?
SH51 OUW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.