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 1900cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 136,200 miles on the clock, averaging 7,178 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 FM52 DRO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,200 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,178 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | FM52 DRO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FM52 DRO
What car is FM52 DRO?
FM52 DRO is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FM52 DRO?
The last recorded mileage for FM52 DRO was 136,200 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM52 DRO passed its MOT?
FM52 DRO has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 29 Mar 2022.
Is FM52 DRO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM52 DRO 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 FM52 DRO?
FM52 DRO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.