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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 122,924 miles on the clock, averaging 6,355 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 BN52 GLY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 122,924 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,355 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | BN52 GLY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BN52 GLY
What car is BN52 GLY?
BN52 GLY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BN52 GLY?
The last recorded mileage for BN52 GLY was 122,924 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN52 GLY passed its MOT?
BN52 GLY has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2020.
Is BN52 GLY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN52 GLY 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 BN52 GLY?
BN52 GLY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.