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 Petrol 1595cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 121,416 miles on the clock, averaging 4,054 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for HV52 OVB
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 121,416 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,790 |
| Average per year | 4,054 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HV52 OVB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About HV52 OVB
What car is HV52 OVB?
HV52 OVB is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HV52 OVB?
The last recorded mileage for HV52 OVB was 121,416 miles, recorded on 22 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV52 OVB passed its MOT?
HV52 OVB has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Apr 2023.
Is HV52 OVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV52 OVB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is HV52 OVB?
HV52 OVB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.