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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 125,353 miles on the clock, averaging 12,829 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 GX52 YYB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 125,353 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,478 |
| Average per year | 12,829 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | GX52 YYB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GX — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GX52 YYB
What car is GX52 YYB?
GX52 YYB is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GX52 YYB?
The last recorded mileage for GX52 YYB was 125,353 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GX52 YYB passed its MOT?
GX52 YYB has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Dec 2013.
Is GX52 YYB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GX52 YYB 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 GX52 YYB?
GX52 YYB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.