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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 218,018 miles on the clock, averaging 9,343 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 EN52 LHR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 218,018 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 9,343 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | EN52 LHR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EN — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About EN52 LHR
What car is EN52 LHR?
EN52 LHR is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EN52 LHR?
The last recorded mileage for EN52 LHR was 218,018 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EN52 LHR passed its MOT?
EN52 LHR has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2023.
Is EN52 LHR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN52 LHR 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 EN52 LHR?
EN52 LHR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.