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 Optare Alero Diesel 2800cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 273,306 miles on the clock at the last MOT.
MOT & Mileage History for YL51 XEC
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 273,306 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 49 |
| Mileage consistency | Unknown |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL51 XEC |
| Make | Optare |
| Model | Alero |
| Colour | Cream |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2800cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YL51 XEC
What car is YL51 XEC?
YL51 XEC is a cream Optare Alero, diesel (2800cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2001.
What is the mileage of YL51 XEC?
The last recorded mileage for YL51 XEC was 273,306 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL51 XEC passed its MOT?
YL51 XEC has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Mar 2011.
Is YL51 XEC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL51 XEC 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 YL51 XEC?
YL51 XEC is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.