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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 147,970 miles on the clock, averaging 10,085 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 DV02 VPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,970 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 39 |
| Average per year | 10,085 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | DV02 VPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DV — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About DV02 VPU
What car is DV02 VPU?
DV02 VPU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2002.
What is the mileage of DV02 VPU?
The last recorded mileage for DV02 VPU was 147,970 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DV02 VPU passed its MOT?
DV02 VPU has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Aug 2016.
Is DV02 VPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DV02 VPU 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 DV02 VPU?
DV02 VPU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.