Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2001 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 146,896 miles on the clock, averaging 9,885 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for YR51 NPJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,896 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,885 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YR51 NPJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YR51 NPJ
What car is YR51 NPJ?
YR51 NPJ is a green Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2001.
What is the mileage of YR51 NPJ?
The last recorded mileage for YR51 NPJ was 146,896 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR51 NPJ passed its MOT?
YR51 NPJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2015.
Is YR51 NPJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR51 NPJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YR51 NPJ?
YR51 NPJ is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.