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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 156,024 miles on the clock, averaging 6,853 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for NL52 XMR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 156,024 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,853 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 XMR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 XMR
What car is NL52 XMR?
NL52 XMR is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NL52 XMR?
The last recorded mileage for NL52 XMR was 156,024 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL52 XMR passed its MOT?
NL52 XMR has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2021.
Is NL52 XMR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL52 XMR 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 XMR?
NL52 XMR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.