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 6 and failing 6 (50% pass rate). It has 152,478 miles on the clock, averaging 12,507 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 BV52 YXZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 152,478 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,898 |
| Average per year | 12,507 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | BV52 YXZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BV52 YXZ
What car is BV52 YXZ?
BV52 YXZ is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BV52 YXZ?
The last recorded mileage for BV52 YXZ was 152,478 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV52 YXZ passed its MOT?
BV52 YXZ has had 12 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (6 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 1 Aug 2013.
Is BV52 YXZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV52 YXZ 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 BV52 YXZ?
BV52 YXZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.