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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 189,268 miles on the clock, averaging 5,134 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YN51 XNW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 189,268 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,068 |
| Average per year | 5,134 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | YN51 XNW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YN — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YN51 XNW
What car is YN51 XNW?
YN51 XNW is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2001.
What is the mileage of YN51 XNW?
The last recorded mileage for YN51 XNW was 189,268 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YN51 XNW passed its MOT?
YN51 XNW has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2025.
Is YN51 XNW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YN51 XNW 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 YN51 XNW?
YN51 XNW is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.