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 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 145,676 miles on the clock, averaging 6,087 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 PF52 BNY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 145,676 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 6,087 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | PF52 BNY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PF — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About PF52 BNY
What car is PF52 BNY?
PF52 BNY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PF52 BNY?
The last recorded mileage for PF52 BNY was 145,676 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PF52 BNY passed its MOT?
PF52 BNY has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2023.
Is PF52 BNY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF52 BNY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PF52 BNY?
PF52 BNY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.