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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 8 (50% pass rate). It has 187,189 miles on the clock, averaging 11,567 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 XLT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,189 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,158 |
| Average per year | 11,567 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 XLT |
| 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 XLT
What car is GF52 XLT?
GF52 XLT is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GF52 XLT?
The last recorded mileage for GF52 XLT was 187,189 miles, recorded on 12 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF52 XLT passed its MOT?
GF52 XLT has had 16 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (8 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2016.
Is GF52 XLT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF52 XLT 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 XLT?
GF52 XLT is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.