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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 266,693 miles on the clock, averaging 11,919 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 GY52 BXG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 266,693 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 11,919 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | GY52 BXG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GY52 BXG
What car is GY52 BXG?
GY52 BXG is a beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GY52 BXG?
The last recorded mileage for GY52 BXG was 266,693 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY52 BXG passed its MOT?
GY52 BXG has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2023.
Is GY52 BXG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY52 BXG 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 GY52 BXG?
GY52 BXG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.