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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 174,343 miles on the clock, averaging 11,298 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 YOE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,343 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,298 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 YOE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 YOE
What car is BL52 YOE?
BL52 YOE is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BL52 YOE?
The last recorded mileage for BL52 YOE was 174,343 miles, recorded on 3 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL52 YOE passed its MOT?
BL52 YOE has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2018.
Is BL52 YOE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL52 YOE 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 YOE?
BL52 YOE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.