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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 277,677 miles on the clock, averaging 27,173 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 YN02 RYP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 277,677 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 440 |
| Average per year | 27,173 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | YN02 RYP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YN — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About YN02 RYP
What car is YN02 RYP?
YN02 RYP is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YN02 RYP?
The last recorded mileage for YN02 RYP was 277,677 miles, recorded on 9 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YN02 RYP passed its MOT?
YN02 RYP has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2013.
Is YN02 RYP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YN02 RYP 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 YN02 RYP?
YN02 RYP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.