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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 185,753 miles on the clock, averaging 10,755 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 FWV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,753 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,755 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 FWV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 FWV
What car is GL52 FWV?
GL52 FWV is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GL52 FWV?
The last recorded mileage for GL52 FWV was 185,753 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL52 FWV passed its MOT?
GL52 FWV has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2019.
Is GL52 FWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL52 FWV 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 FWV?
GL52 FWV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.