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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 170,309 miles on the clock, averaging 5,731 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 KY52 JVC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 170,309 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,656 |
| Average per year | 5,731 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | KY52 JVC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KY52 JVC
What car is KY52 JVC?
KY52 JVC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KY52 JVC?
The last recorded mileage for KY52 JVC was 170,309 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY52 JVC passed its MOT?
KY52 JVC has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2026.
Is KY52 JVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY52 JVC 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 KY52 JVC?
KY52 JVC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.