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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 179,570 miles on the clock, averaging 6,734 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for SF02 XLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 179,570 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,155 |
| Average per year | 6,734 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | SF02 XLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SF — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SF02 XLJ
What car is SF02 XLJ?
SF02 XLJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.
What is the mileage of SF02 XLJ?
The last recorded mileage for SF02 XLJ was 179,570 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SF02 XLJ passed its MOT?
SF02 XLJ has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2023.
Is SF02 XLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SF02 XLJ 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 SF02 XLJ?
SF02 XLJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.