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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 186,051 miles on the clock, averaging 9,505 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 YP02 ESO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,051 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,505 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | YP02 ESO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About YP02 ESO
What car is YP02 ESO?
YP02 ESO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YP02 ESO?
The last recorded mileage for YP02 ESO was 186,051 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP02 ESO passed its MOT?
YP02 ESO has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2020.
Is YP02 ESO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP02 ESO 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 YP02 ESO?
YP02 ESO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.