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 Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 154,950 miles on the clock, averaging 9,649 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 KC52 MTU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 154,950 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,649 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | KC52 MTU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KC — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KC52 MTU
What car is KC52 MTU?
KC52 MTU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KC52 MTU?
The last recorded mileage for KC52 MTU was 154,950 miles, recorded on 4 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KC52 MTU passed its MOT?
KC52 MTU has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2017.
Is KC52 MTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KC52 MTU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KC52 MTU?
KC52 MTU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.