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 Petrol 1598cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 9 (69% pass rate). It has 157,862 miles on the clock, averaging 7,130 miles per year, 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 LB52 UPX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 157,862 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 424 |
| Average per year | 7,130 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LB52 UPX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LB — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LB52 UPX
What car is LB52 UPX?
LB52 UPX is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.
What is the mileage of LB52 UPX?
The last recorded mileage for LB52 UPX was 157,862 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB52 UPX passed its MOT?
LB52 UPX has had 29 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (20 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2026.
Is LB52 UPX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB52 UPX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LB52 UPX?
LB52 UPX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.