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 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 121,428 miles on the clock, averaging 8,611 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 BT52 BWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 121,428 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,620 |
| Average per year | 8,611 |
| 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 | BT52 BWL |
| 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 BWL
What car is BT52 BWL?
BT52 BWL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BT52 BWL?
The last recorded mileage for BT52 BWL was 121,428 miles, recorded on 4 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT52 BWL passed its MOT?
BT52 BWL has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 May 2017.
Is BT52 BWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT52 BWL 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 BWL?
BT52 BWL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.