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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 10 (66% pass rate). It has 161,822 miles on the clock, averaging 7,174 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 VJF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 161,822 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,809 |
| Average per year | 7,174 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 VJF |
| 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 VJF
What car is DA52 VJF?
DA52 VJF is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DA52 VJF?
The last recorded mileage for DA52 VJF was 161,822 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA52 VJF passed its MOT?
DA52 VJF has had 29 MOT tests with a 66% pass rate (19 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2025.
Is DA52 VJF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA52 VJF 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 VJF?
DA52 VJF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.