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 2002 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 166,965 miles on the clock, averaging 10,681 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 YGC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,965 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,262 |
| Average per year | 10,681 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 YGC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WP — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About WP51 YGC
What car is WP51 YGC?
WP51 YGC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2002.
What is the mileage of WP51 YGC?
The last recorded mileage for WP51 YGC was 166,965 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WP51 YGC passed its MOT?
WP51 YGC has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2017.
Is WP51 YGC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP51 YGC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, 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 YGC?
WP51 YGC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.