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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 231,375 miles on the clock, averaging 10,502 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 BP02 RUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 231,375 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,502 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | BP02 RUW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About BP02 RUW
What car is BP02 RUW?
BP02 RUW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BP02 RUW?
The last recorded mileage for BP02 RUW was 231,375 miles, recorded on 23 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP02 RUW passed its MOT?
BP02 RUW has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 May 2022.
Is BP02 RUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP02 RUW 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 BP02 RUW?
BP02 RUW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.