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 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 34 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 14 (59% pass rate). It has 269,209 miles on the clock, averaging 11,504 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for NC52 ERU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 269,209 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,504 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 34 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 | NC52 ERU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About NC52 ERU
What car is NC52 ERU?
NC52 ERU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NC52 ERU?
The last recorded mileage for NC52 ERU was 269,209 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC52 ERU passed its MOT?
NC52 ERU has had 34 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (20 passes, 14 failures). It last passed on 13 Jun 2026.
Is NC52 ERU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC52 ERU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NC52 ERU?
NC52 ERU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.