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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 137,849 miles on the clock, averaging 10,365 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 YKD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 137,849 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,365 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 YKD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 YKD
What car is GK52 YKD?
GK52 YKD is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GK52 YKD?
The last recorded mileage for GK52 YKD was 137,849 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK52 YKD passed its MOT?
GK52 YKD has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2014.
Is GK52 YKD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK52 YKD 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 YKD?
GK52 YKD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.