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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 137,239 miles on the clock, averaging 10,464 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 VXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 137,239 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,226 |
| Average per year | 10,464 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | YV51 VXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VXL
What car is YV51 VXL?
YV51 VXL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Beverley in 2001.
What is the mileage of YV51 VXL?
The last recorded mileage for YV51 VXL was 137,239 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YV51 VXL passed its MOT?
YV51 VXL has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Apr 2013.
Is YV51 VXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YV51 VXL 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 VXL?
YV51 VXL is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.