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 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 189,085 miles on the clock, averaging 20,661 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 VYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 189,085 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,905 |
| Average per year | 20,661 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | MK02 VYJ |
| 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 VYJ
What car is MK02 VYJ?
MK02 VYJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MK02 VYJ?
The last recorded mileage for MK02 VYJ was 189,085 miles, recorded on 24 May 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK02 VYJ passed its MOT?
MK02 VYJ has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 24 May 2011.
Is MK02 VYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK02 VYJ 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 VYJ?
MK02 VYJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.