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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 87,065 miles on the clock, averaging 3,416 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 PF52 NLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,065 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 283 |
| Average per year | 3,416 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 NLU |
| 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 NLU
What car is PF52 NLU?
PF52 NLU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PF52 NLU?
The last recorded mileage for PF52 NLU was 87,065 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PF52 NLU passed its MOT?
PF52 NLU has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2023.
Is PF52 NLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF52 NLU 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 NLU?
PF52 NLU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.