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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 189,074 miles on the clock, averaging 7,316 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 WA51 PYS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 189,074 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,382 |
| Average per year | 7,316 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | WA51 PYS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WA — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About WA51 PYS
What car is WA51 PYS?
WA51 PYS is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2001.
What is the mileage of WA51 PYS?
The last recorded mileage for WA51 PYS was 189,074 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WA51 PYS passed its MOT?
WA51 PYS has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2021.
Is WA51 PYS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WA51 PYS 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 PYS?
WA51 PYS is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.