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
GP52 OCN

2003 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 105,512 miles on the clock, averaging 4,273 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.

MOT & Mileage History for GP52 OCN

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,512
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,273

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading105,512 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,273
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GP52 OCN 51k64k78k92k106k '06'18'13

Check GP52 OCN

Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,512 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,512 miles
Since last MOT+3,903 miles
PASS
Mileage101,609 miles
Since last MOT+5,646 miles
PASS
Mileage95,963 miles
Since last MOT+2,693 miles
PASS
Mileage93,270 miles
Since last MOT+4,999 miles
PASS
Mileage88,271 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,271 miles
Since last MOT+4,204 miles
PASS
Mileage84,067 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,867 miles
Since last MOT+3,470 miles
PASS
Mileage81,397 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,397 miles
Since last MOT+4,832 miles
PASS
Mileage76,565 miles
Since last MOT+3,972 miles
PASS
Mileage72,593 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,593 miles
Since last MOT+3,383 miles
PASS
Mileage69,210 miles
Since last MOT+3,776 miles
PASS
Mileage65,434 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,434 miles
Since last MOT+3,938 miles
PASS
Mileage61,496 miles
Since last MOT+4,472 miles
PASS
Mileage57,024 miles
Since last MOT+6,438 miles
PASS
Mileage50,586 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

RegistrationGP52 OCN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

More GP52 O plates

Browse all GP52 O registrations from Brighton.

About GP52 OCN

What car is GP52 OCN?

GP52 OCN is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.

What is the mileage of GP52 OCN?

The last recorded mileage for GP52 OCN was 105,512 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP52 OCN passed its MOT?

GP52 OCN has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 Dec 2018.

Is GP52 OCN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP52 OCN 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 GP52 OCN?

GP52 OCN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.