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FM52 UKJ

2003 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlue
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 92,452 miles on the clock, averaging 10,096 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 FM52 UKJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,452
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
10,096

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading92,452 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,621
Average per year10,096
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FM52 UKJ 29k45k61k77k92k '06'12'09

Check FM52 UKJ

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,452 miles
Since last MOT+11,621 miles
PASS
Mileage80,831 miles
Since last MOT+13,870 miles
PASS
Mileage66,961 miles
Since last MOT+15,353 miles
PASS
Mileage51,608 miles
Since last MOT+5,999 miles
PASS
Mileage45,609 miles
Since last MOT+65 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,544 miles
Since last MOT+8,362 miles
PASS
Mileage37,182 miles
Since last MOT+7,833 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,349 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

RegistrationFM52 UKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FM52 UKJ

What car is FM52 UKJ?

FM52 UKJ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FM52 UKJ?

The last recorded mileage for FM52 UKJ was 92,452 miles, recorded on 10 May 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM52 UKJ passed its MOT?

FM52 UKJ has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 May 2012.

Is FM52 UKJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM52 UKJ 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 UKJ?

FM52 UKJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.