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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 164,294 miles on the clock, averaging 15,109 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 FA52 VYR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 164,294 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,776 |
| Average per year | 15,109 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | FA52 VYR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FA52 VYR
What car is FA52 VYR?
FA52 VYR is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FA52 VYR?
The last recorded mileage for FA52 VYR was 164,294 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA52 VYR passed its MOT?
FA52 VYR has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2013.
Is FA52 VYR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA52 VYR 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 FA52 VYR?
FA52 VYR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.