Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2001 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 144,282 miles on the clock, averaging 9,126 miles per year, above 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 OWY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,282 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,692 |
| Average per year | 9,126 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VX51 OWY |
| 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 OWY
What car is VX51 OWY?
VX51 OWY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2001.
What is the mileage of VX51 OWY?
The last recorded mileage for VX51 OWY was 144,282 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VX51 OWY passed its MOT?
VX51 OWY has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 17 Jun 2017.
Is VX51 OWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VX51 OWY 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 OWY?
VX51 OWY is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.