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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 144,310 miles on the clock, averaging 8,145 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for NK02 DSE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 144,310 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 34 |
| Average per year | 8,145 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | NK02 DSE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NK — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About NK02 DSE
What car is NK02 DSE?
NK02 DSE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NK02 DSE?
The last recorded mileage for NK02 DSE was 144,310 miles, recorded on 4 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NK02 DSE passed its MOT?
NK02 DSE has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2018.
Is NK02 DSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NK02 DSE 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 NK02 DSE?
NK02 DSE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.