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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 150,239 miles on the clock, averaging 8,551 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for GK52 YCN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 150,239 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,959 |
| Average per year | 8,551 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 YCN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 YCN
What car is GK52 YCN?
GK52 YCN is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GK52 YCN?
The last recorded mileage for GK52 YCN was 150,239 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK52 YCN passed its MOT?
GK52 YCN has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2016.
Is GK52 YCN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK52 YCN 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 YCN?
GK52 YCN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.