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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 210,903 miles on the clock, averaging 10,001 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 SA52 XYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 210,903 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,500 |
| Average per year | 10,001 |
| 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 | SA52 XYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SA52 XYW
What car is SA52 XYW?
SA52 XYW is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.
What is the mileage of SA52 XYW?
The last recorded mileage for SA52 XYW was 210,903 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA52 XYW passed its MOT?
SA52 XYW has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Feb 2019.
Is SA52 XYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA52 XYW 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 SA52 XYW?
SA52 XYW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.