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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 111,474 miles on the clock, averaging 5,008 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for BY52 LOL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 111,474 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,440 |
| Average per year | 5,008 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | BY52 LOL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BY — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BY52 LOL
What car is BY52 LOL?
BY52 LOL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BY52 LOL?
The last recorded mileage for BY52 LOL was 111,474 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BY52 LOL passed its MOT?
BY52 LOL has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2026.
Is BY52 LOL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BY52 LOL 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 BY52 LOL?
BY52 LOL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.