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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 181,243 miles on the clock, averaging 14,139 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 BT52 PKE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,243 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 14,139 |
| 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 | BT52 PKE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BT52 PKE
What car is BT52 PKE?
BT52 PKE is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BT52 PKE?
The last recorded mileage for BT52 PKE was 181,243 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT52 PKE passed its MOT?
BT52 PKE has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2014.
Is BT52 PKE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT52 PKE 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 BT52 PKE?
BT52 PKE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.