Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
FG52 SWN

2002 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1598cc

Green Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGreen
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Petrol 1598cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 47,434 miles on the clock, averaging 4,779 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.

MOT & Mileage History for FG52 SWN

MOT Status
Due date passed
47,434
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2005
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
4,779

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading47,434 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,810
Average per year4,779
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FG52 SWN 5k16k26k37k47k '05'14'10

Check FG52 SWN

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage47,434 miles
Since last MOT+3,810 miles
PASS
Mileage43,624 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,624 miles
Since last MOT+2,510 miles
PASS
Mileage41,114 miles
Since last MOT+23,732 miles
PASS
Mileage17,382 miles
Since last MOT+9,483 miles
PASS
Mileage7,899 miles
Since last MOT+1,851 miles
PASS
Mileage6,048 miles
Since last MOT+879 miles
PASS
Mileage5,169 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Check DVSA recall data directly

Search specialist VAG forums

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG52 SWN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

More FG52 S plates

Browse all FG52 S registrations from Nottingham.

About FG52 SWN

What car is FG52 SWN?

FG52 SWN is an green Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FG52 SWN?

The last recorded mileage for FG52 SWN was 47,434 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FG52 SWN passed its MOT?

FG52 SWN has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Oct 2014.

Is FG52 SWN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG52 SWN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FG52 SWN?

FG52 SWN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.