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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 230,990 miles on the clock, averaging 13,686 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 LJ52 ESU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 230,990 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,170 |
| Average per year | 13,686 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | LJ52 ESU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LJ — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LJ52 ESU
What car is LJ52 ESU?
LJ52 ESU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.
What is the mileage of LJ52 ESU?
The last recorded mileage for LJ52 ESU was 230,990 miles, recorded on 2 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LJ52 ESU passed its MOT?
LJ52 ESU has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2018.
Is LJ52 ESU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LJ52 ESU 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 LJ52 ESU?
LJ52 ESU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.