Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
GL52 AJU

2003 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 183,978 miles on the clock, averaging 9,307 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 GL52 AJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
183,978
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
92%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
9,307

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading183,978 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,931
Average per year9,307
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GL52 AJU 79k105k132k158k184k '06'18'13

Check GL52 AJU

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage183,978 miles
Since last MOT+13,931 miles
PASS
Mileage170,047 miles
Since last MOT+6,122 miles
PASS
Mileage163,925 miles
Since last MOT+8,853 miles
PASS
Mileage155,072 miles
Since last MOT+7,656 miles
PASS
Mileage147,416 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,410 miles
Since last MOT+8,775 miles
PASS
Mileage138,635 miles
Since last MOT+6,985 miles
PASS
Mileage131,650 miles
Since last MOT+13,431 miles
PASS
Mileage118,219 miles
Since last MOT+12,119 miles
PASS
Mileage106,100 miles
Since last MOT+9,028 miles
PASS
Mileage97,072 miles
Since last MOT+9,608 miles
PASS
Mileage87,464 miles
Since last MOT+8,233 miles
PASS
Mileage79,231 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (1997–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL52 AJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGL — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

More GL52 A plates

Browse all GL52 A registrations from Maidstone.

About GL52 AJU

What car is GL52 AJU?

GL52 AJU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.

What is the mileage of GL52 AJU?

The last recorded mileage for GL52 AJU was 183,978 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GL52 AJU passed its MOT?

GL52 AJU has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Feb 2018.

Is GL52 AJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL52 AJU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is GL52 AJU?

GL52 AJU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.