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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 161,568 miles on the clock, averaging 11,378 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 BD52 AWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,568 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,830 |
| Average per year | 11,378 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | BD52 AWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BD52 AWY
What car is BD52 AWY?
BD52 AWY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BD52 AWY?
The last recorded mileage for BD52 AWY was 161,568 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD52 AWY passed its MOT?
BD52 AWY has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2016.
Is BD52 AWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD52 AWY 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 BD52 AWY?
BD52 AWY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.