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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 180,954 miles on the clock, averaging 10,256 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 HJ52 LZU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,954 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,256 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | HJ52 LZU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HJ — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About HJ52 LZU
What car is HJ52 LZU?
HJ52 LZU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2002.
What is the mileage of HJ52 LZU?
The last recorded mileage for HJ52 LZU was 180,954 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HJ52 LZU passed its MOT?
HJ52 LZU has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2019.
Is HJ52 LZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HJ52 LZU 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 HJ52 LZU?
HJ52 LZU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.