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 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 186,672 miles on the clock, averaging 11,411 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 FP52 BYD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,672 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 11,411 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | FP52 BYD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FP52 BYD
What car is FP52 BYD?
FP52 BYD is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FP52 BYD?
The last recorded mileage for FP52 BYD was 186,672 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP52 BYD passed its MOT?
FP52 BYD has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2014.
Is FP52 BYD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP52 BYD 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 FP52 BYD?
FP52 BYD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.