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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 136,383 miles on the clock, averaging 5,202 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 DA52 UVM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,383 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,374 |
| Average per year | 5,202 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 UVM |
| 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 UVM
What car is DA52 UVM?
DA52 UVM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DA52 UVM?
The last recorded mileage for DA52 UVM was 136,383 miles, recorded on 19 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA52 UVM passed its MOT?
DA52 UVM has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Dec 2024.
Is DA52 UVM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA52 UVM 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 UVM?
DA52 UVM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.