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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 236,817 miles on the clock, averaging 14,734 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 CBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 236,817 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 786 |
| Average per year | 14,734 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 CBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 CBY
What car is BD52 CBY?
BD52 CBY is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BD52 CBY?
The last recorded mileage for BD52 CBY was 236,817 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD52 CBY passed its MOT?
BD52 CBY has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2013.
Is BD52 CBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD52 CBY 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 CBY?
BD52 CBY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.