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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 85,782 miles on the clock, averaging 4,259 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 LA02 VHP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,782 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,259 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | LA02 VHP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About LA02 VHP
What car is LA02 VHP?
LA02 VHP is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.
What is the mileage of LA02 VHP?
The last recorded mileage for LA02 VHP was 85,782 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA02 VHP passed its MOT?
LA02 VHP has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Sep 2017.
Is LA02 VHP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA02 VHP 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 LA02 VHP?
LA02 VHP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.