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 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 213,533 miles on the clock, averaging 10,566 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 WUB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 213,533 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,566 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 WUB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GL52 WUB
What car is GL52 WUB?
GL52 WUB is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GL52 WUB?
The last recorded mileage for GL52 WUB was 213,533 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL52 WUB passed its MOT?
GL52 WUB has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2022.
Is GL52 WUB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL52 WUB 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 WUB?
GL52 WUB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.