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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 195,445 miles on the clock, averaging 9,831 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 PX52 BUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 195,445 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,831 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | PX52 BUW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PX — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About PX52 BUW
What car is PX52 BUW?
PX52 BUW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2002.
What is the mileage of PX52 BUW?
The last recorded mileage for PX52 BUW was 195,445 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PX52 BUW passed its MOT?
PX52 BUW has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2021.
Is PX52 BUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX52 BUW 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 PX52 BUW?
PX52 BUW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.