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 2001 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 148,389 miles on the clock, averaging 12,021 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 WCY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,389 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,962 |
| Average per year | 12,021 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 WCY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About NL52 WCY
What car is NL52 WCY?
NL52 WCY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2001.
What is the mileage of NL52 WCY?
The last recorded mileage for NL52 WCY was 148,389 miles, recorded on 18 Aug 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL52 WCY passed its MOT?
NL52 WCY has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Aug 2012.
Is NL52 WCY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL52 WCY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, 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 WCY?
NL52 WCY is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.