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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 179,535 miles on the clock, averaging 8,550 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 RYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 179,535 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,550 |
| 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 | YB51 RYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 RYW
What car is YB51 RYW?
YB51 RYW is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.
What is the mileage of YB51 RYW?
The last recorded mileage for YB51 RYW was 179,535 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB51 RYW passed its MOT?
YB51 RYW has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2020.
Is YB51 RYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB51 RYW 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 RYW?
YB51 RYW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.