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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 228,579 miles on the clock, averaging 10,583 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 DN52 UAK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 228,579 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,698 |
| Average per year | 10,583 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | DN52 UAK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DN — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About DN52 UAK
What car is DN52 UAK?
DN52 UAK is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DN52 UAK?
The last recorded mileage for DN52 UAK was 228,579 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DN52 UAK passed its MOT?
DN52 UAK has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2020.
Is DN52 UAK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DN52 UAK 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 DN52 UAK?
DN52 UAK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.