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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 208,357 miles on the clock, averaging 11,196 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 YC51 HVA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 208,357 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,196 |
| 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 | YC51 HVA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YC — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YC51 HVA
What car is YC51 HVA?
YC51 HVA is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2001.
What is the mileage of YC51 HVA?
The last recorded mileage for YC51 HVA was 208,357 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YC51 HVA passed its MOT?
YC51 HVA has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2017.
Is YC51 HVA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC51 HVA 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 YC51 HVA?
YC51 HVA is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.