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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 261,757 miles on the clock, averaging 12,392 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 NL52 HWK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 261,757 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 117 |
| Average per year | 12,392 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | NL52 HWK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About NL52 HWK
What car is NL52 HWK?
NL52 HWK is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NL52 HWK?
The last recorded mileage for NL52 HWK was 261,757 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL52 HWK passed its MOT?
NL52 HWK has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2022.
Is NL52 HWK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL52 HWK 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 NL52 HWK?
NL52 HWK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.