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 Petrol 1598cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 72,598 miles on the clock, averaging 3,054 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 BG02 YLX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,598 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 94 |
| Average per year | 3,054 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG02 YLX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About BG02 YLX
What car is BG02 YLX?
BG02 YLX is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BG02 YLX?
The last recorded mileage for BG02 YLX was 72,598 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG02 YLX passed its MOT?
BG02 YLX has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 30 Jun 2026.
Is BG02 YLX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG02 YLX 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 BG02 YLX?
BG02 YLX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.