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 217,643 miles on the clock, averaging 13,698 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 LR52 KBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 217,643 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,187 |
| Average per year | 13,698 |
| 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 | LR52 KBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LR52 KBU
What car is LR52 KBU?
LR52 KBU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LR52 KBU?
The last recorded mileage for LR52 KBU was 217,643 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR52 KBU passed its MOT?
LR52 KBU has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2019.
Is LR52 KBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR52 KBU 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 LR52 KBU?
LR52 KBU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.