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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 177,185 miles on the clock, averaging 7,233 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for LW52 DHX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 177,185 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,140 |
| Average per year | 7,233 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | LW52 DHX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LW — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LW52 DHX
What car is LW52 DHX?
LW52 DHX is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2002.
What is the mileage of LW52 DHX?
The last recorded mileage for LW52 DHX was 177,185 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LW52 DHX passed its MOT?
LW52 DHX has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2020.
Is LW52 DHX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LW52 DHX 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 LW52 DHX?
LW52 DHX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.