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 Petrol 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 45,860 miles on the clock, averaging 1,725 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for YL51 DWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 45,860 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,745 |
| Average per year | 1,725 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL51 DWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YL51 DWJ
What car is YL51 DWJ?
YL51 DWJ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2001.
What is the mileage of YL51 DWJ?
The last recorded mileage for YL51 DWJ was 45,860 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL51 DWJ passed its MOT?
YL51 DWJ has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2024.
Is YL51 DWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL51 DWJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YL51 DWJ?
YL51 DWJ is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.