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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 160,069 miles on the clock, averaging 7,361 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 KW52 XBP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 160,069 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -41,522 |
| Average per year | 7,361 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 XBP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KW — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KW52 XBP
What car is KW52 XBP?
KW52 XBP is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KW52 XBP?
The last recorded mileage for KW52 XBP was 160,069 miles, recorded on 28 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW52 XBP passed its MOT?
KW52 XBP has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Jun 2016.
Is KW52 XBP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW52 XBP 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 KW52 XBP?
KW52 XBP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.