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 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 170,633 miles on the clock, averaging 6,870 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 TXR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 170,633 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,234 |
| Average per year | 6,870 |
| 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 | KY52 TXR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 TXR
What car is KY52 TXR?
KY52 TXR is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KY52 TXR?
The last recorded mileage for KY52 TXR was 170,633 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY52 TXR passed its MOT?
KY52 TXR has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2021.
Is KY52 TXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY52 TXR 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 TXR?
KY52 TXR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.