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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 9 (69% pass rate). It has 152,330 miles on the clock, averaging 5,669 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 PO52 VPD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 152,330 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,159 |
| Average per year | 5,669 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | PO52 VPD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PO — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About PO52 VPD
What car is PO52 VPD?
PO52 VPD is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.
What is the mileage of PO52 VPD?
The last recorded mileage for PO52 VPD was 152,330 miles, recorded on 27 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PO52 VPD passed its MOT?
PO52 VPD has had 29 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (20 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2026.
Is PO52 VPD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO52 VPD 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 PO52 VPD?
PO52 VPD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.