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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 11 (63% pass rate). It has 180,195 miles on the clock, averaging 7,088 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for BG52 SNY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 180,195 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,088 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | BG52 SNY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BG52 SNY
What car is BG52 SNY?
BG52 SNY is a beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BG52 SNY?
The last recorded mileage for BG52 SNY was 180,195 miles, recorded on 21 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG52 SNY passed its MOT?
BG52 SNY has had 30 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (19 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 21 Apr 2026.
Is BG52 SNY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG52 SNY 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 BG52 SNY?
BG52 SNY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.