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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 203,624 miles on the clock, averaging 10,995 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 GN52 YGL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 203,624 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,161 |
| Average per year | 10,995 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GN52 YGL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GN — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GN52 YGL
What car is GN52 YGL?
GN52 YGL is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GN52 YGL?
The last recorded mileage for GN52 YGL was 203,624 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GN52 YGL passed its MOT?
GN52 YGL has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2022.
Is GN52 YGL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GN52 YGL 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 GN52 YGL?
GN52 YGL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.