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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 171,626 miles on the clock, averaging 5,828 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 VBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 171,626 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,828 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 VBV |
| 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 VBV
What car is YP51 VBV?
YP51 VBV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2001.
What is the mileage of YP51 VBV?
The last recorded mileage for YP51 VBV was 171,626 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP51 VBV passed its MOT?
YP51 VBV has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2016.
Is YP51 VBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP51 VBV 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 VBV?
YP51 VBV is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.