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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 166,930 miles on the clock, averaging 11,852 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for PJ52 CDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,930 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,800 |
| Average per year | 11,852 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | PJ52 CDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About PJ52 CDU
What car is PJ52 CDU?
PJ52 CDU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.
What is the mileage of PJ52 CDU?
The last recorded mileage for PJ52 CDU was 166,930 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ52 CDU passed its MOT?
PJ52 CDU has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2016.
Is PJ52 CDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ52 CDU 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 PJ52 CDU?
PJ52 CDU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.