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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 179,435 miles on the clock, averaging 8,403 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for FD52 KWG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 179,435 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 119 |
| Average per year | 8,403 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (1997–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FD52 KWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FD52 KWG
What car is FD52 KWG?
FD52 KWG is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FD52 KWG?
The last recorded mileage for FD52 KWG was 179,435 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD52 KWG passed its MOT?
FD52 KWG has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2023.
Is FD52 KWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD52 KWG 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 FD52 KWG?
FD52 KWG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.