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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 145,116 miles on the clock, averaging 9,881 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 LN52 DWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 145,116 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24 |
| Average per year | 9,881 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | LN52 DWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LN — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LN52 DWU
What car is LN52 DWU?
LN52 DWU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2002.
What is the mileage of LN52 DWU?
The last recorded mileage for LN52 DWU was 145,116 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LN52 DWU passed its MOT?
LN52 DWU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Mar 2017.
Is LN52 DWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LN52 DWU 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 LN52 DWU?
LN52 DWU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.