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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 163,439 miles on the clock, averaging 15,553 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 KY52 BYP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,439 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,084 |
| Average per year | 15,553 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | KY52 BYP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KY52 BYP
What car is KY52 BYP?
KY52 BYP is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KY52 BYP?
The last recorded mileage for KY52 BYP was 163,439 miles, recorded on 11 Jun 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY52 BYP passed its MOT?
KY52 BYP has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Jun 2014.
Is KY52 BYP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY52 BYP 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 KY52 BYP?
KY52 BYP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.