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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 163,645 miles on the clock, averaging 7,476 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 LM52 VWS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 163,645 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 338 |
| Average per year | 7,476 |
| 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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Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LM52 VWS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 VWS
What car is LM52 VWS?
LM52 VWS is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LM52 VWS?
The last recorded mileage for LM52 VWS was 163,645 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM52 VWS passed its MOT?
LM52 VWS has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2022.
Is LM52 VWS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM52 VWS 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 VWS?
LM52 VWS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.