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 31 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 11 (65% pass rate). It has 185,560 miles on the clock, averaging 5,952 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 GK52 UFS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 185,560 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 299 |
| Average per year | 5,952 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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 UFS |
| 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 UFS
What car is GK52 UFS?
GK52 UFS is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GK52 UFS?
The last recorded mileage for GK52 UFS was 185,560 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK52 UFS passed its MOT?
GK52 UFS has had 31 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (20 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2026.
Is GK52 UFS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK52 UFS 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 UFS?
GK52 UFS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.