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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 160,279 miles on the clock, averaging 7,897 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 VDC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 160,279 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,667 |
| Average per year | 7,897 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | FD52 VDC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VDC
What car is FD52 VDC?
FD52 VDC is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FD52 VDC?
The last recorded mileage for FD52 VDC was 160,279 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD52 VDC passed its MOT?
FD52 VDC has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2017.
Is FD52 VDC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD52 VDC 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 VDC?
FD52 VDC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.