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 2002 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 215,866 miles on the clock, averaging 11,029 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 CV52 FSE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 215,866 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,738 |
| Average per year | 11,029 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | CV52 FSE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About CV52 FSE
What car is CV52 FSE?
CV52 FSE is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2002.
What is the mileage of CV52 FSE?
The last recorded mileage for CV52 FSE was 215,866 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV52 FSE passed its MOT?
CV52 FSE has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 21 Aug 2020.
Is CV52 FSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV52 FSE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CV52 FSE?
CV52 FSE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.