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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 103,441 miles on the clock, averaging 4,913 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for GK02 VAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 103,441 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,319 |
| Average per year | 4,913 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | GK02 VAO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About GK02 VAO
What car is GK02 VAO?
GK02 VAO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GK02 VAO?
The last recorded mileage for GK02 VAO was 103,441 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK02 VAO passed its MOT?
GK02 VAO has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2021.
Is GK02 VAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK02 VAO 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 GK02 VAO?
GK02 VAO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.