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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 173,901 miles on the clock, averaging 6,496 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 GF52 OVY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 173,901 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,496 |
| 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 | GF52 OVY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GF52 OVY
What car is GF52 OVY?
GF52 OVY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GF52 OVY?
The last recorded mileage for GF52 OVY was 173,901 miles, recorded on 21 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF52 OVY passed its MOT?
GF52 OVY has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Jun 2022.
Is GF52 OVY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF52 OVY 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 GF52 OVY?
GF52 OVY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.