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 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 83,448 miles on the clock, averaging 4,883 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for VX51 OBL
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 83,448 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 90 |
| Average per year | 4,883 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VX51 OBL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VX — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About VX51 OBL
What car is VX51 OBL?
VX51 OBL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2001.
What is the mileage of VX51 OBL?
The last recorded mileage for VX51 OBL was 83,448 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VX51 OBL passed its MOT?
VX51 OBL has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2017.
Is VX51 OBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VX51 OBL 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 VX51 OBL?
VX51 OBL is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.