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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 197,017 miles on the clock, averaging 8,259 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for VE51 XBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 197,017 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 29 |
| Average per year | 8,259 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | VE51 XBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About VE51 XBU
What car is VE51 XBU?
VE51 XBU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.
What is the mileage of VE51 XBU?
The last recorded mileage for VE51 XBU was 197,017 miles, recorded on 24 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE51 XBU passed its MOT?
VE51 XBU has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Oct 2020.
Is VE51 XBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE51 XBU 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 VE51 XBU?
VE51 XBU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.