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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 152,020 miles on the clock, averaging 10,844 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 KF52 RBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 152,020 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 10,844 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | KF52 RBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KF — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KF52 RBU
What car is KF52 RBU?
KF52 RBU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KF52 RBU?
The last recorded mileage for KF52 RBU was 152,020 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KF52 RBU passed its MOT?
KF52 RBU has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Jun 2017.
Is KF52 RBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KF52 RBU 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 KF52 RBU?
KF52 RBU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.