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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 101,687 miles on the clock, averaging 5,287 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 BT52 BVS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,687 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,266 |
| Average per year | 5,287 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | BT52 BVS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BT52 BVS
What car is BT52 BVS?
BT52 BVS is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BT52 BVS?
The last recorded mileage for BT52 BVS was 101,687 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT52 BVS passed its MOT?
BT52 BVS has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2017.
Is BT52 BVS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT52 BVS 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 BT52 BVS?
BT52 BVS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.