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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 225,407 miles on the clock, averaging 11,881 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YP51 RLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 225,407 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 11,881 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | YP51 RLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YP51 RLU
What car is YP51 RLU?
YP51 RLU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2001.
What is the mileage of YP51 RLU?
The last recorded mileage for YP51 RLU was 225,407 miles, recorded on 24 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP51 RLU passed its MOT?
YP51 RLU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 May 2017.
Is YP51 RLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP51 RLU 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 YP51 RLU?
YP51 RLU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.