Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2001 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 131,679 miles on the clock, averaging 11,235 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 XBN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 131,679 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 11,235 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VX51 XBN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 XBN
What car is VX51 XBN?
VX51 XBN is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2001.
What is the mileage of VX51 XBN?
The last recorded mileage for VX51 XBN was 131,679 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VX51 XBN passed its MOT?
VX51 XBN has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2012.
Is VX51 XBN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VX51 XBN 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 XBN?
VX51 XBN is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.