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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 126,867 miles on the clock, averaging 13,129 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 BW52 OWO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 126,867 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,161 |
| Average per year | 13,129 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | BW52 OWO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BW52 OWO
What car is BW52 OWO?
BW52 OWO is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BW52 OWO?
The last recorded mileage for BW52 OWO was 126,867 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW52 OWO passed its MOT?
BW52 OWO has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Apr 2012.
Is BW52 OWO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW52 OWO 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 BW52 OWO?
BW52 OWO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.