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 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 260,875 miles on the clock, averaging 12,016 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 JWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 260,875 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,016 |
| 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 JWJ |
| 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 JWJ
What car is GU52 JWJ?
GU52 JWJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GU52 JWJ?
The last recorded mileage for GU52 JWJ was 260,875 miles, recorded on 7 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU52 JWJ passed its MOT?
GU52 JWJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2022.
Is GU52 JWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU52 JWJ 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 JWJ?
GU52 JWJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.