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 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 180,362 miles on the clock, averaging 10,144 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 EVB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,362 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,801 |
| Average per year | 10,144 |
| 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 | GL52 EVB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GL52 EVB
What car is GL52 EVB?
GL52 EVB is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GL52 EVB?
The last recorded mileage for GL52 EVB was 180,362 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL52 EVB passed its MOT?
GL52 EVB has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 19 Sep 2016.
Is GL52 EVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL52 EVB 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 GL52 EVB?
GL52 EVB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.