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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 179,561 miles on the clock, averaging 9,137 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 KW52 XAF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,561 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,815 |
| Average per year | 9,137 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | KW52 XAF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KW — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KW52 XAF
What car is KW52 XAF?
KW52 XAF is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KW52 XAF?
The last recorded mileage for KW52 XAF was 179,561 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW52 XAF passed its MOT?
KW52 XAF has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2024.
Is KW52 XAF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW52 XAF 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 KW52 XAF?
KW52 XAF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.