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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 157,580 miles on the clock, averaging 8,401 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YB51 RNV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 157,580 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 57 |
| Average per year | 8,401 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 RNV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YB — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YB51 RNV
What car is YB51 RNV?
YB51 RNV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.
What is the mileage of YB51 RNV?
The last recorded mileage for YB51 RNV was 157,580 miles, recorded on 7 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB51 RNV passed its MOT?
YB51 RNV has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Dec 2017.
Is YB51 RNV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB51 RNV 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 YB51 RNV?
YB51 RNV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.