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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 212,561 miles on the clock, averaging 11,653 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 CU02 LRL
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 | 212,561 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,505 |
| Average per year | 11,653 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | CU02 LRL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About CU02 LRL
What car is CU02 LRL?
CU02 LRL is a beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2002.
What is the mileage of CU02 LRL?
The last recorded mileage for CU02 LRL was 212,561 miles, recorded on 22 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU02 LRL passed its MOT?
CU02 LRL has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Mar 2022.
Is CU02 LRL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU02 LRL 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 CU02 LRL?
CU02 LRL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.