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 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 249,192 miles on the clock, averaging 14,988 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 FV52 XEM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 249,192 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,988 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 XEM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FV52 XEM
What car is FV52 XEM?
FV52 XEM is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.
What is the mileage of FV52 XEM?
The last recorded mileage for FV52 XEM was 249,192 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV52 XEM passed its MOT?
FV52 XEM has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2019.
Is FV52 XEM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV52 XEM 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 FV52 XEM?
FV52 XEM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.