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 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 151,743 miles on the clock, averaging 8,191 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 NJ52 SWN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 151,743 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,298 |
| Average per year | 8,191 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | NJ52 SWN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About NJ52 SWN
What car is NJ52 SWN?
NJ52 SWN is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NJ52 SWN?
The last recorded mileage for NJ52 SWN was 151,743 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ52 SWN passed its MOT?
NJ52 SWN has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2019.
Is NJ52 SWN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ52 SWN 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 NJ52 SWN?
NJ52 SWN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.