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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 249,420 miles on the clock, averaging 10,341 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 PL02 VFW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 249,420 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,592 |
| Average per year | 10,341 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | PL02 VFW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About PL02 VFW
What car is PL02 VFW?
PL02 VFW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.
What is the mileage of PL02 VFW?
The last recorded mileage for PL02 VFW was 249,420 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL02 VFW passed its MOT?
PL02 VFW has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Jun 2022.
Is PL02 VFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL02 VFW 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 PL02 VFW?
PL02 VFW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.