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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 12 (52% pass rate). It has 201,289 miles on the clock, averaging 10,941 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 PY02 UPF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 201,289 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,007 |
| Average per year | 10,941 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | PY02 UPF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About PY02 UPF
What car is PY02 UPF?
PY02 UPF is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2002.
What is the mileage of PY02 UPF?
The last recorded mileage for PY02 UPF was 201,289 miles, recorded on 22 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY02 UPF passed its MOT?
PY02 UPF has had 25 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (13 passes, 12 failures). It last was tested on 22 Mar 2021.
Is PY02 UPF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY02 UPF 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 PY02 UPF?
PY02 UPF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.