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 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 44,181 miles on the clock, averaging 3,036 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 GY02 SMV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 44,181 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,315 |
| Average per year | 3,036 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | GY02 SMV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About GY02 SMV
What car is GY02 SMV?
GY02 SMV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GY02 SMV?
The last recorded mileage for GY02 SMV was 44,181 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY02 SMV passed its MOT?
GY02 SMV has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Apr 2017.
Is GY02 SMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY02 SMV 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 GY02 SMV?
GY02 SMV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.