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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 216,078 miles on the clock, averaging 8,261 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 VX51 EDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 216,078 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,893 |
| Average per year | 8,261 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | VX51 EDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VX — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About VX51 EDU
What car is VX51 EDU?
VX51 EDU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2001.
What is the mileage of VX51 EDU?
The last recorded mileage for VX51 EDU was 216,078 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VX51 EDU passed its MOT?
VX51 EDU has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2025.
Is VX51 EDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VX51 EDU 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 VX51 EDU?
VX51 EDU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.