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 POU

2002 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
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 2002 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 186,648 miles on the clock, averaging 14,010 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 POU

MOT Status
Due date passed
186,648
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
14,010

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading186,648 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,366
Average per year14,010
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GL52 POU 32k71k110k148k187k '06'17'13

Check GL52 POU

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage186,648 miles
Since last MOT+12,366 miles
PASS
Mileage174,282 miles
Since last MOT+12,773 miles
PASS
Mileage161,509 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage161,509 miles
Since last MOT+15,147 miles
PASS
Mileage146,362 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage146,362 miles
Since last MOT+16,273 miles
PASS
Mileage130,089 miles
Since last MOT+15,084 miles
PASS
Mileage115,005 miles
Since last MOT+14,368 miles
PASS
Mileage100,637 miles
Since last MOT+10,507 miles
PASS
Mileage90,130 miles
Since last MOT+18,850 miles
PASS
Mileage71,280 miles
Since last MOT+23,976 miles
PASS
Mileage47,304 miles
Since last MOT+7,829 miles
PASS
Mileage39,475 miles
Since last MOT+7,095 miles
PASS
Mileage32,380 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 POU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGL — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

More GL52 P plates

Browse all GL52 P registrations from Maidstone.

About GL52 POU

What car is GL52 POU?

GL52 POU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.

What is the mileage of GL52 POU?

The last recorded mileage for GL52 POU was 186,648 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GL52 POU passed its MOT?

GL52 POU has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2017.

Is GL52 POU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL52 POU 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 POU?

GL52 POU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.