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 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 384,120 miles on the clock, averaging 17,455 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 BL52 YNO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 384,120 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,807 |
| Average per year | 17,455 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | BL52 YNO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BL52 YNO
What car is BL52 YNO?
BL52 YNO is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BL52 YNO?
The last recorded mileage for BL52 YNO was 384,120 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL52 YNO passed its MOT?
BL52 YNO has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2025.
Is BL52 YNO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL52 YNO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BL52 YNO?
BL52 YNO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.