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 2002 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 186,648 miles on the clock, averaging 10,116 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 AK52 BVY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,648 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,560 |
| Average per year | 10,116 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | AK52 BVY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AK52 BVY
What car is AK52 BVY?
AK52 BVY is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AK52 BVY?
The last recorded mileage for AK52 BVY was 186,648 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK52 BVY passed its MOT?
AK52 BVY has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Sep 2019.
Is AK52 BVY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK52 BVY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AK52 BVY?
AK52 BVY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.