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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 168,026 miles on the clock, averaging 8,528 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for KY52 WVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 168,026 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,587 |
| Average per year | 8,528 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 WVL |
| 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 WVL
What car is KY52 WVL?
KY52 WVL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KY52 WVL?
The last recorded mileage for KY52 WVL was 168,026 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY52 WVL passed its MOT?
KY52 WVL has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Jul 2017.
Is KY52 WVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY52 WVL 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 WVL?
KY52 WVL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.