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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 123,938 miles on the clock, averaging 6,857 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for HV52 NLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,938 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,239 |
| Average per year | 6,857 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 NLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 NLU
What car is HV52 NLU?
HV52 NLU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2002.
What is the mileage of HV52 NLU?
The last recorded mileage for HV52 NLU was 123,938 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV52 NLU passed its MOT?
HV52 NLU has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Apr 2019.
Is HV52 NLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV52 NLU 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 NLU?
HV52 NLU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.