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 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 61,405 miles on the clock, averaging 8,281 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YL51 YCB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 61,405 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,006 |
| Average per year | 8,281 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | YL51 YCB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YL51 YCB
What car is YL51 YCB?
YL51 YCB is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2001.
What is the mileage of YL51 YCB?
The last recorded mileage for YL51 YCB was 61,405 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL51 YCB passed its MOT?
YL51 YCB has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2008.
Is YL51 YCB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL51 YCB 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 YCB?
YL51 YCB is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.