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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 236,105 miles on the clock, averaging 14,112 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 FT02 GCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 236,105 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,738 |
| Average per year | 14,112 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | FT02 GCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About FT02 GCU
What car is FT02 GCU?
FT02 GCU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.
What is the mileage of FT02 GCU?
The last recorded mileage for FT02 GCU was 236,105 miles, recorded on 21 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT02 GCU passed its MOT?
FT02 GCU has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Jun 2018.
Is FT02 GCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT02 GCU 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 FT02 GCU?
FT02 GCU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.