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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 6 (78% pass rate). It has 146,336 miles on the clock, averaging 5,267 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 KN52 UAD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 146,336 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,495 |
| Average per year | 5,267 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | KN52 UAD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KN — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KN52 UAD
What car is KN52 UAD?
KN52 UAD is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KN52 UAD?
The last recorded mileage for KN52 UAD was 146,336 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KN52 UAD passed its MOT?
KN52 UAD has had 27 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (21 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2025.
Is KN52 UAD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN52 UAD 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 KN52 UAD?
KN52 UAD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.