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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 188,077 miles on the clock, averaging 7,947 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for KM52 UKW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 188,077 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 74 |
| Average per year | 7,947 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 UKW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KM — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KM52 UKW
What car is KM52 UKW?
KM52 UKW is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KM52 UKW?
The last recorded mileage for KM52 UKW was 188,077 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KM52 UKW passed its MOT?
KM52 UKW has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2019.
Is KM52 UKW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM52 UKW 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 KM52 UKW?
KM52 UKW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.