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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 155,084 miles on the clock, averaging 4,370 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 GU52 GUX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 155,084 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 4,370 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 GUX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 GUX
What car is GU52 GUX?
GU52 GUX is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GU52 GUX?
The last recorded mileage for GU52 GUX was 155,084 miles, recorded on 28 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU52 GUX passed its MOT?
GU52 GUX has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2025.
Is GU52 GUX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU52 GUX 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 GUX?
GU52 GUX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.