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 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 134,118 miles on the clock, averaging 9,308 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 SN02 TBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 134,118 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 303 |
| Average per year | 9,308 |
| 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 | SN02 TBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SN — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SN02 TBU
What car is SN02 TBU?
SN02 TBU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SN02 TBU?
The last recorded mileage for SN02 TBU was 134,118 miles, recorded on 31 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SN02 TBU passed its MOT?
SN02 TBU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2016.
Is SN02 TBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN02 TBU 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 SN02 TBU?
SN02 TBU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.