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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 156,322 miles on the clock, averaging 9,210 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 DV52 VNB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,322 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,971 |
| Average per year | 9,210 |
| 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 | DV52 VNB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DV — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About DV52 VNB
What car is DV52 VNB?
DV52 VNB is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DV52 VNB?
The last recorded mileage for DV52 VNB was 156,322 miles, recorded on 31 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DV52 VNB passed its MOT?
DV52 VNB has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 31 Aug 2019.
Is DV52 VNB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DV52 VNB 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 DV52 VNB?
DV52 VNB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.