Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
WA51 GKY

2001 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Exeter, West of England · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 130,488 miles on the clock, averaging 4,728 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.

MOT & Mileage History for WA51 GKY

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,488
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
4,728

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading130,488 miles
Reading date
Miles last year47
Average per year4,728
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WA51 GKY 81k94k106k118k130k '05'16'11

Check WA51 GKY

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,488 miles
Since last MOT+47 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,441 miles
Since last MOT+497 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,944 miles
Since last MOT+164 miles
PASS
Mileage129,780 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,779 miles
Since last MOT+941 miles
PASS
Mileage128,838 miles
Since last MOT+3,822 miles
PASS
Mileage125,016 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,010 miles
Since last MOT+1,135 miles
PASS
Mileage123,875 miles
Since last MOT+6,083 miles
PASS
Mileage117,792 miles
Since last MOT+6,802 miles
PASS
Mileage110,990 miles
Since last MOT+6,678 miles
PASS
Mileage104,312 miles
Since last MOT+16,145 miles
PASS
Mileage88,167 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,167 miles
Since last MOT+6,861 miles
PASS
Mileage81,306 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (1997–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 GKY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeWA — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

More WA51 G plates

Browse all WA51 G registrations from Exeter.

About WA51 GKY

What car is WA51 GKY?

WA51 GKY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2001.

What is the mileage of WA51 GKY?

The last recorded mileage for WA51 GKY was 130,488 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WA51 GKY passed its MOT?

WA51 GKY has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Mar 2016.

Is WA51 GKY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WA51 GKY 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 WA51 GKY?

WA51 GKY is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.