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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 99,529 miles on the clock, averaging 2,724 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 PBF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 99,529 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,848 |
| Average per year | 2,724 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 PBF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 PBF
What car is YH51 PBF?
YH51 PBF is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2001.
What is the mileage of YH51 PBF?
The last recorded mileage for YH51 PBF was 99,529 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YH51 PBF passed its MOT?
YH51 PBF has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 8 Aug 2018.
Is YH51 PBF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YH51 PBF 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 PBF?
YH51 PBF is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.