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 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 261,411 miles on the clock, averaging 14,651 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 YVP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 261,411 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,651 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 YVP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GU52 YVP
What car is GU52 YVP?
GU52 YVP is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GU52 YVP?
The last recorded mileage for GU52 YVP was 261,411 miles, recorded on 11 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU52 YVP passed its MOT?
GU52 YVP has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Mar 2019.
Is GU52 YVP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU52 YVP 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 GU52 YVP?
GU52 YVP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.