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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 182,836 miles on the clock, averaging 13,130 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 YV51 KXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 182,836 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,471 |
| Average per year | 13,130 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YV51 KXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YV — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YV51 KXU
What car is YV51 KXU?
YV51 KXU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Beverley in 2001.
What is the mileage of YV51 KXU?
The last recorded mileage for YV51 KXU was 182,836 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YV51 KXU passed its MOT?
YV51 KXU has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2012.
Is YV51 KXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YV51 KXU 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 YV51 KXU?
YV51 KXU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.