Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
BD52 OTM

2002 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Petrol 1598cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 92,417 miles on the clock, averaging 4,092 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.

MOT & Mileage History for BD52 OTM

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,417
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2005
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,092

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading92,417 miles
Reading date
Miles last year79
Average per year4,092
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BD52 OTM 31k46k62k77k92k '05'20'15

Check BD52 OTM

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,417 miles
Since last MOT+79 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,338 miles
Since last MOT+4,093 miles
PASS
Mileage88,245 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,223 miles
Since last MOT+6,331 miles
PASS
Mileage81,892 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,874 miles
Since last MOT+13,884 miles
PASS
Mileage67,990 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,990 miles
Since last MOT+4,682 miles
PASS
Mileage63,308 miles
Since last MOT+2,276 miles
PASS
Mileage61,032 miles
Since last MOT+1,857 miles
PASS
Mileage59,175 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,171 miles
Since last MOT+1,518 miles
PASS
Mileage57,653 miles
Since last MOT+2,039 miles
PASS
Mileage55,614 miles
Since last MOT+3,602 miles
PASS
Mileage52,012 miles
Since last MOT+2,759 miles
PASS
Mileage49,253 miles
Since last MOT+2,210 miles
PASS
Mileage47,043 miles
Since last MOT+2,724 miles
PASS
Mileage44,319 miles
Since last MOT+158 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,161 miles
Since last MOT+1,964 miles
PASS
Mileage42,197 miles
Since last MOT+6,748 miles
PASS
Mileage35,449 miles
Since last MOT+4,648 miles
PASS
Mileage30,801 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (1997–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Check DVSA recall data directly

Search specialist VAG forums

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 OTM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBD — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

More BD52 O plates

Browse all BD52 O registrations from Birmingham.

About BD52 OTM

What car is BD52 OTM?

BD52 OTM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BD52 OTM?

The last recorded mileage for BD52 OTM was 92,417 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BD52 OTM passed its MOT?

BD52 OTM has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2020.

Is BD52 OTM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD52 OTM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is BD52 OTM?

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