Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
BU02 NLZ

2002 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 2461cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine2461cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 Transporter Diesel 2461cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 6 (77% pass rate). It has 178,409 miles on the clock, averaging 4,512 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 TDI engine is known for identified faults and egr valve carbon buildup.

MOT & Mileage History for BU02 NLZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
178,409
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
4,512

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading178,409 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10
Average per year4,512
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BU02 NLZ 93k114k136k157k178k '06'25'16

Check BU02 NLZ

Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage178,409 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage178,399 miles
Since last MOT+2,561 miles
PASS
Mileage175,838 miles
Since last MOT+1,974 miles
PASS
Mileage173,864 miles
Since last MOT+2,791 miles
PASS
Mileage171,073 miles
Since last MOT+2,967 miles
PASS
Mileage168,106 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage168,106 miles
Since last MOT+1,895 miles
PASS
Mileage166,211 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage166,211 miles
Since last MOT+5,816 miles
PASS
Mileage160,395 miles
PASS
FAIL
Mileage159,981 miles
Since last MOT+4,358 miles
PASS
Mileage155,623 miles
Since last MOT+5,020 miles
PASS
Mileage150,603 miles
Since last MOT+5,140 miles
PASS
Mileage145,463 miles
Since last MOT+4,803 miles
PASS
Mileage140,660 miles
Since last MOT+5,291 miles
PASS
Mileage135,369 miles
Since last MOT+4,744 miles
PASS
Mileage130,625 miles
Since last MOT+7,221 miles
PASS
Mileage123,404 miles
Since last MOT+5,108 miles
PASS
Mileage118,296 miles
Since last MOT+5,858 miles
PASS
Mileage112,438 miles
Since last MOT+5,760 miles
PASS
Mileage106,678 miles
Since last MOT+6,291 miles
PASS
Mileage100,387 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,387 miles
Since last MOT+7,233 miles
PASS
Mileage93,154 miles
Since last MOT+48 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,106 miles

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Transporter

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Transporter models (1990–2003), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Identified Faults

EGR valve carbon buildup

Soot deposits clog the EGR valve, causing it to stick open/closed.

Explore more about the Volkswagen Transporter

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 NLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2461cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBU — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

More BU02 N plates

Browse all BU02 N registrations from Birmingham.

About BU02 NLZ

What car is BU02 NLZ?

BU02 NLZ is a red Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2461cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BU02 NLZ?

The last recorded mileage for BU02 NLZ was 178,409 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BU02 NLZ passed its MOT?

BU02 NLZ has had 26 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (20 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Sep 2025.

Is BU02 NLZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU02 NLZ 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 BU02 NLZ?

BU02 NLZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.