The road tax status for MX51 OPB is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for MX51 OPB?

The MOT for MX51 OPB is valid and due for renewal on or before 24 September 2022.

What is the recorded mileage of MX51 OPB?

The recorded mileage for MX51 OPB is 84,636 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is MX51 OPB ULEZ compliant?

No, MX51 OPB does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2001 Volkswagen Golf 2.8L Petrol · MX51 OPB

MX51 OPB

2001 Volkswagen Golf (2.8L, petrol). First registered 12/09/2001. Recorded mileage 84,636 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2001 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 24/09/2022
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 84,636 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 24/09/2022

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Mileage: 84,636 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2001
Engine: 2792cc

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MX51 OPB Key Findings

20 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 23/09/2021
84,636 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! No MOT history found

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MX51 OPB Mileage History

11/09/200646,299 mi
13/09/200646,317 mi+18 mi
07/09/200748,861 mi+2,544 mi
10/09/200850,993 mi+2,132 mi
10/09/200850,993 mi
10/09/200954,421 mi+3,428 mi
10/09/200954,421 mi
09/09/201058,187 mi+3,766 mi
09/09/201058,187 mi
08/09/201161,613 mi+3,426 mi
23/08/201264,371 mi+2,758 mi
12/09/201367,859 mi+3,488 mi
25/09/201470,217 mi+2,358 mi
22/09/201572,629 mi+2,412 mi
23/09/201675,089 mi+2,460 mi
21/09/201777,552 mi+2,463 mi
13/09/201879,792 mi+2,240 mi
19/09/201981,600 mi+1,808 mi
11/09/202083,073 mi+1,473 mi
23/09/202184,636 mi+1,563 mi

Average of roughly 2,550 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.

MX51 OPB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Oct 2026, 15:24

MOT Analysis

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20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Volkswagen Golf (MX51 OPB) between September 2006 and September 2021.

The record contains 16 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 23 September 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)”; “Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)”.

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