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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 140,186 miles on the clock, averaging 17,726 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 FX52 SWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,186 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 17,726 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | FX52 SWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FX — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FX52 SWY
What car is FX52 SWY?
FX52 SWY is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.
What is the mileage of FX52 SWY?
The last recorded mileage for FX52 SWY was 140,186 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FX52 SWY passed its MOT?
FX52 SWY has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Apr 2011.
Is FX52 SWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FX52 SWY 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 FX52 SWY?
FX52 SWY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.