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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 42,185 miles on the clock, averaging 4,222 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for BW52 RPZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 42,185 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 642 |
| Average per year | 4,222 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | BW52 RPZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BW52 RPZ
What car is BW52 RPZ?
BW52 RPZ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BW52 RPZ?
The last recorded mileage for BW52 RPZ was 42,185 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW52 RPZ passed its MOT?
BW52 RPZ has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Mar 2011.
Is BW52 RPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW52 RPZ 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 BW52 RPZ?
BW52 RPZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.