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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 9 (69% pass rate). It has 312,392 miles on the clock, averaging 13,799 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 KN02 OBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 312,392 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 627 |
| Average per year | 13,799 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | KN02 OBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KN — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About KN02 OBU
What car is KN02 OBU?
KN02 OBU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KN02 OBU?
The last recorded mileage for KN02 OBU was 312,392 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KN02 OBU passed its MOT?
KN02 OBU has had 29 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (20 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2026.
Is KN02 OBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN02 OBU 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 KN02 OBU?
KN02 OBU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.