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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 123,141 miles on the clock, averaging 8,329 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for BN52 YEJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 123,141 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,329 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 YEJ |
| 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 YEJ
What car is BN52 YEJ?
BN52 YEJ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BN52 YEJ?
The last recorded mileage for BN52 YEJ was 123,141 miles, recorded on 20 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN52 YEJ passed its MOT?
BN52 YEJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 May 2015.
Is BN52 YEJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN52 YEJ 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 YEJ?
BN52 YEJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.