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 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 145,313 miles on the clock, averaging 5,877 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 PE52 OTW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 145,313 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,374 |
| Average per year | 5,877 |
| 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 | PE52 OTW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About PE52 OTW
What car is PE52 OTW?
PE52 OTW is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.
What is the mileage of PE52 OTW?
The last recorded mileage for PE52 OTW was 145,313 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE52 OTW passed its MOT?
PE52 OTW has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2025.
Is PE52 OTW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE52 OTW 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 PE52 OTW?
PE52 OTW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.