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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 166,462 miles on the clock, averaging 8,465 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for LJ52 RHU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 166,462 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,465 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LJ52 RHU |
| 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 RHU
What car is LJ52 RHU?
LJ52 RHU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.
What is the mileage of LJ52 RHU?
The last recorded mileage for LJ52 RHU was 166,462 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LJ52 RHU passed its MOT?
LJ52 RHU has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2020.
Is LJ52 RHU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LJ52 RHU 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 RHU?
LJ52 RHU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.