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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 267,378 miles on the clock, averaging 20,972 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 KS52 DBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 267,378 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 20,972 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | KS52 DBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KS — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KS52 DBV
What car is KS52 DBV?
KS52 DBV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KS52 DBV?
The last recorded mileage for KS52 DBV was 267,378 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS52 DBV passed its MOT?
KS52 DBV has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2016.
Is KS52 DBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS52 DBV 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 KS52 DBV?
KS52 DBV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.