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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 155,799 miles on the clock, averaging 10,814 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 YL02 AKG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,799 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,033 |
| Average per year | 10,814 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | YL02 AKG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About YL02 AKG
What car is YL02 AKG?
YL02 AKG is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YL02 AKG?
The last recorded mileage for YL02 AKG was 155,799 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL02 AKG passed its MOT?
YL02 AKG has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2017.
Is YL02 AKG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL02 AKG 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 YL02 AKG?
YL02 AKG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.