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 Diesel 1896cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 6 (78% pass rate). It has 223,542 miles on the clock, averaging 9,685 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for LB52 VNU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 223,542 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,685 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | LB52 VNU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LB — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LB52 VNU
What car is LB52 VNU?
LB52 VNU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LB52 VNU?
The last recorded mileage for LB52 VNU was 223,542 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB52 VNU passed its MOT?
LB52 VNU has had 27 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (21 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Jun 2026.
Is LB52 VNU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB52 VNU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LB52 VNU?
LB52 VNU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.