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 20 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 70,711 miles on the clock, averaging 2,749 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 OV52 ORJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 70,711 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,154 |
| Average per year | 2,749 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | OV52 ORJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About OV52 ORJ
What car is OV52 ORJ?
OV52 ORJ is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OV52 ORJ?
The last recorded mileage for OV52 ORJ was 70,711 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV52 ORJ passed its MOT?
OV52 ORJ has had 20 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (20 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 10 Oct 2025.
Is OV52 ORJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV52 ORJ 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 OV52 ORJ?
OV52 ORJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.