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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 139,905 miles on the clock, averaging 10,655 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 XXD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 139,905 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 10,655 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 XXD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XXD
What car is SB52 XXD?
SB52 XXD is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SB52 XXD?
The last recorded mileage for SB52 XXD was 139,905 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB52 XXD passed its MOT?
SB52 XXD has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Sep 2016.
Is SB52 XXD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB52 XXD 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 XXD?
SB52 XXD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.