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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 160,078 miles on the clock, averaging 11,833 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 GU52 GKN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,078 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 11,833 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | GU52 GKN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GU52 GKN
What car is GU52 GKN?
GU52 GKN is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GU52 GKN?
The last recorded mileage for GU52 GKN was 160,078 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU52 GKN passed its MOT?
GU52 GKN has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2012.
Is GU52 GKN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU52 GKN 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 GU52 GKN?
GU52 GKN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.