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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 172,757 miles on the clock, averaging 4,012 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 LS52 FBC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 172,757 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,012 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | LS52 FBC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LS — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LS52 FBC
What car is LS52 FBC?
LS52 FBC is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2002.
What is the mileage of LS52 FBC?
The last recorded mileage for LS52 FBC was 172,757 miles, recorded on 1 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LS52 FBC passed its MOT?
LS52 FBC has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2026.
Is LS52 FBC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS52 FBC 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 LS52 FBC?
LS52 FBC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.