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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 115,600 miles on the clock, averaging 10,462 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 MD02 NLR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 115,600 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,029 |
| Average per year | 10,462 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | MD02 NLR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About MD02 NLR
What car is MD02 NLR?
MD02 NLR is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MD02 NLR?
The last recorded mileage for MD02 NLR was 115,600 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD02 NLR passed its MOT?
MD02 NLR has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2013.
Is MD02 NLR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD02 NLR 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 MD02 NLR?
MD02 NLR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.