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 1900cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 143,015 miles on the clock, averaging 9,320 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 WP51 VNB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,015 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,017 |
| Average per year | 9,320 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | WP51 VNB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WP — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About WP51 VNB
What car is WP51 VNB?
WP51 VNB is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Bristol in 2001.
What is the mileage of WP51 VNB?
The last recorded mileage for WP51 VNB was 143,015 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WP51 VNB passed its MOT?
WP51 VNB has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2016.
Is WP51 VNB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP51 VNB 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 WP51 VNB?
WP51 VNB is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.