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 Petrol 2792cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 78,861 miles on the clock, averaging 4,975 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.8 VR6 engine is known for aqp/aue and component.
MOT & Mileage History for SY51 VHF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,861 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,388 |
| Average per year | 4,975 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY51 VHF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2792cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About SY51 VHF
What car is SY51 VHF?
SY51 VHF is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2792cc). First registered in Inverness in 2001.
What is the mileage of SY51 VHF?
The last recorded mileage for SY51 VHF was 78,861 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY51 VHF passed its MOT?
SY51 VHF has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2015.
Is SY51 VHF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY51 VHF 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 SY51 VHF?
SY51 VHF is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.