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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 5 (79% pass rate). It has 157,920 miles on the clock, averaging 6,347 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 LC52 OSM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 157,920 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 27,678 |
| Average per year | 6,347 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | LC52 OSM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LC — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LC52 OSM
What car is LC52 OSM?
LC52 OSM is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.
What is the mileage of LC52 OSM?
The last recorded mileage for LC52 OSM was 157,920 miles, recorded on 18 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LC52 OSM passed its MOT?
LC52 OSM has had 24 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (19 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2026.
Is LC52 OSM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC52 OSM 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 LC52 OSM?
LC52 OSM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.