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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 7 (75% pass rate). It has 69,687 miles on the clock, averaging 2,599 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YH51 GWA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 69,687 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,916 |
| Average per year | 2,599 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 GWA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| 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 GWA
What car is YH51 GWA?
YH51 GWA is a beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2001.
What is the mileage of YH51 GWA?
The last recorded mileage for YH51 GWA was 69,687 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YH51 GWA passed its MOT?
YH51 GWA has had 28 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (21 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2026.
Is YH51 GWA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YH51 GWA 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 GWA?
YH51 GWA is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.