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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 166,749 miles on the clock, averaging 9,991 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 VA02 NWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,749 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 9,991 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | VA02 NWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About VA02 NWL
What car is VA02 NWL?
VA02 NWL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.
What is the mileage of VA02 NWL?
The last recorded mileage for VA02 NWL was 166,749 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA02 NWL passed its MOT?
VA02 NWL has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2020.
Is VA02 NWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA02 NWL 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 VA02 NWL?
VA02 NWL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.