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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 141,411 miles on the clock, averaging 5,487 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for VX51 XAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 141,411 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,487 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 XAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 XAU
What car is VX51 XAU?
VX51 XAU is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2001.
What is the mileage of VX51 XAU?
The last recorded mileage for VX51 XAU was 141,411 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VX51 XAU passed its MOT?
VX51 XAU has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2023.
Is VX51 XAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VX51 XAU 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 XAU?
VX51 XAU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.