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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 78,344 miles on the clock, averaging 21,451 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 SB52 OBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 78,344 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 21,451 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | SB52 OBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SB52 OBY
What car is SB52 OBY?
SB52 OBY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SB52 OBY?
The last recorded mileage for SB52 OBY was 78,344 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2007 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB52 OBY passed its MOT?
SB52 OBY has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Jan 2007.
Is SB52 OBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB52 OBY 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 SB52 OBY?
SB52 OBY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.