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 2002 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 282,676 miles on the clock, averaging 17,268 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 EU52 JWA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 282,676 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,276 |
| Average per year | 17,268 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | EU52 JWA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EU — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About EU52 JWA
What car is EU52 JWA?
EU52 JWA is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EU52 JWA?
The last recorded mileage for EU52 JWA was 282,676 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EU52 JWA passed its MOT?
EU52 JWA has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Jan 2018.
Is EU52 JWA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU52 JWA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EU52 JWA?
EU52 JWA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.