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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 198,535 miles on the clock, averaging 22,696 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 BG52 SOA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 198,535 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 28,290 |
| Average per year | 22,696 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 SOA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Gold |
| 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 SOA
What car is BG52 SOA?
BG52 SOA is a gold Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BG52 SOA?
The last recorded mileage for BG52 SOA was 198,535 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG52 SOA passed its MOT?
BG52 SOA has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2011.
Is BG52 SOA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG52 SOA 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 SOA?
BG52 SOA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.