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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 142,791 miles on the clock, averaging 17,295 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 YB51 CEF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,791 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 17,295 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | YB51 CEF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YB — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YB51 CEF
What car is YB51 CEF?
YB51 CEF is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2001.
What is the mileage of YB51 CEF?
The last recorded mileage for YB51 CEF was 142,791 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB51 CEF passed its MOT?
YB51 CEF has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2009.
Is YB51 CEF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB51 CEF 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 YB51 CEF?
YB51 CEF is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.