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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 139,891 miles on the clock, averaging 9,159 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 SH02 MXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 139,891 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,068 |
| Average per year | 9,159 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SH02 MXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SH02 MXL
What car is SH02 MXL?
SH02 MXL is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.
What is the mileage of SH02 MXL?
The last recorded mileage for SH02 MXL was 139,891 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH02 MXL passed its MOT?
SH02 MXL has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2017.
Is SH02 MXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH02 MXL 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 SH02 MXL?
SH02 MXL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.