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 2002 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 108,101 miles on the clock, averaging 4,614 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 FV52 KBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 108,101 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 4,614 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | FV52 KBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FV52 KBY
What car is FV52 KBY?
FV52 KBY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.
What is the mileage of FV52 KBY?
The last recorded mileage for FV52 KBY was 108,101 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV52 KBY passed its MOT?
FV52 KBY has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2021.
Is FV52 KBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV52 KBY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FV52 KBY?
FV52 KBY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.