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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 11 (58% pass rate). It has 102,513 miles on the clock, averaging 4,403 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 BL52 MRY
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 102,513 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 4,403 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL52 MRY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BL52 MRY
What car is BL52 MRY?
BL52 MRY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BL52 MRY?
The last recorded mileage for BL52 MRY was 102,513 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL52 MRY passed its MOT?
BL52 MRY has had 26 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (15 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2021.
Is BL52 MRY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL52 MRY 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 BL52 MRY?
BL52 MRY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.