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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 212,840 miles on the clock, averaging 9,035 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for VX51 YFV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 212,840 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,733 |
| Average per year | 9,035 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 YFV |
| 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 YFV
What car is VX51 YFV?
VX51 YFV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2001.
What is the mileage of VX51 YFV?
The last recorded mileage for VX51 YFV was 212,840 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VX51 YFV passed its MOT?
VX51 YFV has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2017.
Is VX51 YFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VX51 YFV 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 YFV?
VX51 YFV is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.