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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 158,245 miles on the clock, averaging 8,270 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for PL52 DYF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 158,245 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,270 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | PL52 DYF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About PL52 DYF
What car is PL52 DYF?
PL52 DYF is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PL52 DYF?
The last recorded mileage for PL52 DYF was 158,245 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL52 DYF passed its MOT?
PL52 DYF has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2020.
Is PL52 DYF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL52 DYF 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 PL52 DYF?
PL52 DYF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.