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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 142,759 miles on the clock, averaging 15,245 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 GV02 XES
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,759 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,408 |
| Average per year | 15,245 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | GV02 XES |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About GV02 XES
What car is GV02 XES?
GV02 XES is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GV02 XES?
The last recorded mileage for GV02 XES was 142,759 miles, recorded on 10 May 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV02 XES passed its MOT?
GV02 XES has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 May 2011.
Is GV02 XES ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV02 XES 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 GV02 XES?
GV02 XES is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.