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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 295,250 miles on the clock, averaging 29,934 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 GF52 XLD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 295,250 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 35,224 |
| Average per year | 29,934 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 XLD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 XLD
What car is GF52 XLD?
GF52 XLD is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GF52 XLD?
The last recorded mileage for GF52 XLD was 295,250 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF52 XLD passed its MOT?
GF52 XLD has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 22 Nov 2013.
Is GF52 XLD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF52 XLD 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 XLD?
GF52 XLD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.