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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 121,883 miles on the clock, averaging 10,522 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 YH51 AAF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,883 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,908 |
| Average per year | 10,522 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | YH51 AAF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YH — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YH51 AAF
What car is YH51 AAF?
YH51 AAF is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2001.
What is the mileage of YH51 AAF?
The last recorded mileage for YH51 AAF was 121,883 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YH51 AAF passed its MOT?
YH51 AAF has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2015.
Is YH51 AAF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YH51 AAF 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 YH51 AAF?
YH51 AAF is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.