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BD52 ELX

2002 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 2461cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine2461cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 Transporter Diesel 2461cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 240,256 miles on the clock, averaging 8,574 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 TDI engine is known for identified faults and egr valve carbon buildup.

MOT & Mileage History for BD52 ELX

MOT Status
Due date passed
240,256
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2005
86%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
8,574

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading240,256 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,106
Average per year8,574
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BD52 ELX 75k116k158k199k240k '05'25'15

Check BD52 ELX

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage240,256 miles
Since last MOT+6,106 miles
PASS
Mileage234,150 miles
Since last MOT+9,986 miles
PASS
Mileage224,164 miles
Since last MOT+9,563 miles
PASS
Mileage214,601 miles
Since last MOT+9,834 miles
PASS
Mileage204,767 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage204,767 miles
Since last MOT+15,708 miles
PASS
Mileage189,059 miles
Since last MOT+10,051 miles
PASS
Mileage179,008 miles
Since last MOT+10,459 miles
PASS
Mileage168,549 miles
Since last MOT+11,187 miles
PASS
Mileage157,362 miles
Since last MOT+12,795 miles
PASS
Mileage144,567 miles
Since last MOT+13,202 miles
PASS
Mileage131,365 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,363 miles
Since last MOT+6,497 miles
PASS
Mileage124,866 miles
Since last MOT+6,061 miles
PASS
Mileage118,805 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,805 miles
Since last MOT+9,033 miles
PASS
Mileage109,772 miles
Since last MOT+6,298 miles
PASS
Mileage103,474 miles
Since last MOT+5,931 miles
PASS
Mileage97,543 miles
Since last MOT+7,850 miles
PASS
Mileage89,693 miles
Since last MOT+7,388 miles
PASS
Mileage82,305 miles
Since last MOT+7,393 miles
PASS
Mileage74,912 miles

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Transporter

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Transporter models (1990–2003), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Identified Faults

EGR valve carbon buildup

Soot deposits clog the EGR valve, causing it to stick open/closed.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 ELX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2461cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBD — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About BD52 ELX

What car is BD52 ELX?

BD52 ELX is a red Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2461cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BD52 ELX?

The last recorded mileage for BD52 ELX was 240,256 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BD52 ELX passed its MOT?

BD52 ELX has had 22 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (19 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2025.

Is BD52 ELX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD52 ELX 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 ELX?

BD52 ELX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.