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 Petrol 1598cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 96,017 miles on the clock, averaging 3,747 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for LA52 APF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,017 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,519 |
| Average per year | 3,747 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LA52 APF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LA52 APF
What car is LA52 APF?
LA52 APF is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LA52 APF?
The last recorded mileage for LA52 APF was 96,017 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA52 APF passed its MOT?
LA52 APF has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2026.
Is LA52 APF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA52 APF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LA52 APF?
LA52 APF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.