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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 5 (44% pass rate). It has 254,138 miles on the clock, averaging 20,944 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 FD52 YMS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 254,138 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 20,944 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 YMS |
| 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 YMS
What car is FD52 YMS?
FD52 YMS is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FD52 YMS?
The last recorded mileage for FD52 YMS was 254,138 miles, recorded on 18 May 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD52 YMS passed its MOT?
FD52 YMS has had 9 MOT tests with a 44% pass rate (4 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2012.
Is FD52 YMS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD52 YMS 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 YMS?
FD52 YMS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.