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 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 169,105 miles on the clock, averaging 9,090 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 NK52 ESO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,105 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,408 |
| Average per year | 9,090 |
| 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 | NK52 ESO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NK — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About NK52 ESO
What car is NK52 ESO?
NK52 ESO is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NK52 ESO?
The last recorded mileage for NK52 ESO was 169,105 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NK52 ESO passed its MOT?
NK52 ESO has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2020.
Is NK52 ESO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NK52 ESO 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 NK52 ESO?
NK52 ESO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.