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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 47,451 miles on the clock, averaging 10,029 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for YL51 XDR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 47,451 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,610 |
| Average per year | 10,029 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL51 XDR |
| 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 XDR
What car is YL51 XDR?
YL51 XDR is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2001.
What is the mileage of YL51 XDR?
The last recorded mileage for YL51 XDR was 47,451 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL51 XDR passed its MOT?
YL51 XDR has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2008.
Is YL51 XDR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL51 XDR 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 XDR?
YL51 XDR is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.