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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 82,390 miles on the clock, averaging 7,149 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 YP51 VBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 82,390 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,149 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 VBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VBU
What car is YP51 VBU?
YP51 VBU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2001.
What is the mileage of YP51 VBU?
The last recorded mileage for YP51 VBU was 82,390 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP51 VBU passed its MOT?
YP51 VBU has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Jan 2009.
Is YP51 VBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP51 VBU 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 VBU?
YP51 VBU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.