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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 187,744 miles on the clock, averaging 10,185 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 GK52 UCN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,744 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,185 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | GK52 UCN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GK52 UCN
What car is GK52 UCN?
GK52 UCN is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GK52 UCN?
The last recorded mileage for GK52 UCN was 187,744 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK52 UCN passed its MOT?
GK52 UCN has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2019.
Is GK52 UCN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK52 UCN 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 GK52 UCN?
GK52 UCN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.