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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 11 (54% pass rate). It has 180,100 miles on the clock, averaging 9,045 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 KM52 LFW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,100 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,865 |
| Average per year | 9,045 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | KM52 LFW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KM — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KM52 LFW
What car is KM52 LFW?
KM52 LFW is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KM52 LFW?
The last recorded mileage for KM52 LFW was 180,100 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KM52 LFW passed its MOT?
KM52 LFW has had 24 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (13 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 15 Aug 2017.
Is KM52 LFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM52 LFW 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 KM52 LFW?
KM52 LFW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.