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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 44,370 miles on the clock, averaging 2,122 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for LM52 SYF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 44,370 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 928 |
| Average per year | 2,122 |
| 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 | LM52 SYF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LM52 SYF
What car is LM52 SYF?
LM52 SYF is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LM52 SYF?
The last recorded mileage for LM52 SYF was 44,370 miles, recorded on 21 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM52 SYF passed its MOT?
LM52 SYF has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Jun 2018.
Is LM52 SYF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM52 SYF 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 LM52 SYF?
LM52 SYF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.