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 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 41,165 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for ML52 VDR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 41,165 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Mileage consistency | Unknown |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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 | ML52 VDR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About ML52 VDR
What car is ML52 VDR?
ML52 VDR is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of ML52 VDR?
The last recorded mileage for ML52 VDR was 41,165 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2005 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML52 VDR passed its MOT?
ML52 VDR has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Oct 2005.
Is ML52 VDR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML52 VDR 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 ML52 VDR?
ML52 VDR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.