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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 170,201 miles on the clock, averaging 9,977 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 BU52 FFA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,201 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,977 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | BU52 FFA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BU52 FFA
What car is BU52 FFA?
BU52 FFA is a beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BU52 FFA?
The last recorded mileage for BU52 FFA was 170,201 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU52 FFA passed its MOT?
BU52 FFA has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2019.
Is BU52 FFA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU52 FFA 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 BU52 FFA?
BU52 FFA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.