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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 168,574 miles on the clock, averaging 10,742 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 MK02 GFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,574 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,742 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MK02 GFJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About MK02 GFJ
What car is MK02 GFJ?
MK02 GFJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MK02 GFJ?
The last recorded mileage for MK02 GFJ was 168,574 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK02 GFJ passed its MOT?
MK02 GFJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2017.
Is MK02 GFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK02 GFJ 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 MK02 GFJ?
MK02 GFJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.