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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 8 (71% pass rate). It has 147,859 miles on the clock, averaging 6,107 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for BT52 VPZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 147,859 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,107 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 VPZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VPZ
What car is BT52 VPZ?
BT52 VPZ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BT52 VPZ?
The last recorded mileage for BT52 VPZ was 147,859 miles, recorded on 15 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT52 VPZ passed its MOT?
BT52 VPZ has had 28 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (20 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2026.
Is BT52 VPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT52 VPZ 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 VPZ?
BT52 VPZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.