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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 267,546 miles on the clock, averaging 14,824 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 SD52 VFR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 267,546 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 36 |
| Average per year | 14,824 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SD52 VFR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SD52 VFR
What car is SD52 VFR?
SD52 VFR is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.
What is the mileage of SD52 VFR?
The last recorded mileage for SD52 VFR was 267,546 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD52 VFR passed its MOT?
SD52 VFR has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 17 Dec 2018.
Is SD52 VFR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD52 VFR 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 SD52 VFR?
SD52 VFR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.