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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 156,520 miles on the clock, averaging 9,767 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 DA52 HJY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,520 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 140,868 |
| Average per year | 9,767 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | DA52 HJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About DA52 HJY
What car is DA52 HJY?
DA52 HJY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DA52 HJY?
The last recorded mileage for DA52 HJY was 156,520 miles, recorded on 12 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA52 HJY passed its MOT?
DA52 HJY has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2017.
Is DA52 HJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA52 HJY 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 DA52 HJY?
DA52 HJY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.