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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 228,078 miles on the clock, averaging 20,006 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 YMW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 228,078 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,413 |
| Average per year | 20,006 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 YMW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GY52 YMW
What car is GY52 YMW?
GY52 YMW is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GY52 YMW?
The last recorded mileage for GY52 YMW was 228,078 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY52 YMW passed its MOT?
GY52 YMW has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Oct 2014.
Is GY52 YMW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY52 YMW 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 GY52 YMW?
GY52 YMW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.