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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 172,088 miles on the clock, averaging 10,152 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 GV52 FDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,088 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,525 |
| Average per year | 10,152 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | GV52 FDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GV52 FDU
What car is GV52 FDU?
GV52 FDU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GV52 FDU?
The last recorded mileage for GV52 FDU was 172,088 miles, recorded on 11 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV52 FDU passed its MOT?
GV52 FDU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Mar 2016.
Is GV52 FDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV52 FDU 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 GV52 FDU?
GV52 FDU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.