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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 164,811 miles on the clock, averaging 7,991 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for GU52 NWS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 164,811 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,398 |
| Average per year | 7,991 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 NWS |
| 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 NWS
What car is GU52 NWS?
GU52 NWS is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GU52 NWS?
The last recorded mileage for GU52 NWS was 164,811 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU52 NWS passed its MOT?
GU52 NWS has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2021.
Is GU52 NWS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU52 NWS 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 NWS?
GU52 NWS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.