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KM52 XBU

2003 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 66,429 miles on the clock, averaging 15,795 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 XBU

MOT Status
Due date passed
66,429
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2005
100%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
15,795

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading66,429 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,740
Average per year15,795
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KM52 XBU 51k55k59k62k66k '05'06

Check KM52 XBU

Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage66,429 miles
Since last MOT+15,740 miles
PASS
Mileage50,689 miles

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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

RegistrationKM52 XBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About KM52 XBU

What car is KM52 XBU?

KM52 XBU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KM52 XBU?

The last recorded mileage for KM52 XBU was 66,429 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2006 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM52 XBU passed its MOT?

KM52 XBU has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2006.

Is KM52 XBU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM52 XBU 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 XBU?

KM52 XBU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.