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 132,173 miles on the clock, averaging 6,052 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 KF52 SWO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 132,173 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,037 |
| Average per year | 6,052 |
| 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 | KF52 SWO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 SWO
What car is KF52 SWO?
KF52 SWO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KF52 SWO?
The last recorded mileage for KF52 SWO was 132,173 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KF52 SWO passed its MOT?
KF52 SWO has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2020.
Is KF52 SWO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KF52 SWO 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 SWO?
KF52 SWO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.