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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 146,405 miles on the clock, averaging 8,826 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for MW52 HBG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 146,405 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,826 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | MW52 HBG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About MW52 HBG
What car is MW52 HBG?
MW52 HBG is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MW52 HBG?
The last recorded mileage for MW52 HBG was 146,405 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW52 HBG passed its MOT?
MW52 HBG has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2017.
Is MW52 HBG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW52 HBG 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 MW52 HBG?
MW52 HBG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.