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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 9 (70% pass rate). It has 238,170 miles on the clock, averaging 9,571 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 HV52 MWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 238,170 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,571 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | HV52 MWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About HV52 MWU
What car is HV52 MWU?
HV52 MWU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2002.
What is the mileage of HV52 MWU?
The last recorded mileage for HV52 MWU was 238,170 miles, recorded on 2 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV52 MWU passed its MOT?
HV52 MWU has had 30 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (21 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 2 Apr 2026.
Is HV52 MWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV52 MWU 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 HV52 MWU?
HV52 MWU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.