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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 85,228 miles on the clock, averaging 4,234 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 MF52 VBL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,228 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,234 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | MF52 VBL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MF — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About MF52 VBL
What car is MF52 VBL?
MF52 VBL is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MF52 VBL?
The last recorded mileage for MF52 VBL was 85,228 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MF52 VBL passed its MOT?
MF52 VBL has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2018.
Is MF52 VBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MF52 VBL 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 MF52 VBL?
MF52 VBL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.