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 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 211,942 miles on the clock, averaging 13,598 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 OY02 OBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 211,942 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,899 |
| Average per year | 13,598 |
| 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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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OY02 OBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About OY02 OBU
What car is OY02 OBU?
OY02 OBU is an green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OY02 OBU?
The last recorded mileage for OY02 OBU was 211,942 miles, recorded on 16 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY02 OBU passed its MOT?
OY02 OBU has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 May 2019.
Is OY02 OBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY02 OBU 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 OY02 OBU?
OY02 OBU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.