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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 132,730 miles on the clock, averaging 6,577 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for FD52 XSN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 132,730 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 6,577 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 XSN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 XSN
What car is FD52 XSN?
FD52 XSN is an green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FD52 XSN?
The last recorded mileage for FD52 XSN was 132,730 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD52 XSN passed its MOT?
FD52 XSN has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2020.
Is FD52 XSN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD52 XSN 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 XSN?
FD52 XSN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.