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FH52 GWC

2003 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 205,624 miles on the clock, averaging 4,076 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.

MOT & Mileage History for FH52 GWC

MOT Status
Due date passed
205,624
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2015
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
4,076

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading205,624 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,498
Average per year4,076
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FH52 GWC 201k202k203k204k206k '15'16'15

Check FH52 GWC

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage205,624 miles
Since last MOT+4,498 miles
PASS
Mileage201,126 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage201,126 miles

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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

RegistrationFH52 GWC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FH52 GWC

What car is FH52 GWC?

FH52 GWC is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FH52 GWC?

The last recorded mileage for FH52 GWC was 205,624 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH52 GWC passed its MOT?

FH52 GWC has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Sep 2016.

Is FH52 GWC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH52 GWC 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 FH52 GWC?

FH52 GWC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.