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 32 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 11 (66% pass rate). It has 128,767 miles on the clock, averaging 2,738 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for NL52 JBX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 128,767 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,252 |
| Average per year | 2,738 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 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 JBX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 JBX
What car is NL52 JBX?
NL52 JBX is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NL52 JBX?
The last recorded mileage for NL52 JBX was 128,767 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL52 JBX passed its MOT?
NL52 JBX has had 32 MOT tests with a 66% pass rate (21 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2025.
Is NL52 JBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL52 JBX 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 JBX?
NL52 JBX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.