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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 72,243 miles on the clock, averaging 4,179 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YP02 SYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,243 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,033 |
| Average per year | 4,179 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 SYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 SYJ
What car is YP02 SYJ?
YP02 SYJ is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YP02 SYJ?
The last recorded mileage for YP02 SYJ was 72,243 miles, recorded on 8 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP02 SYJ passed its MOT?
YP02 SYJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Feb 2019.
Is YP02 SYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP02 SYJ 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 SYJ?
YP02 SYJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.