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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 135,214 miles on the clock, averaging 16,996 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 SL52 VJD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,214 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 16,996 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | SL52 VJD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SL52 VJD
What car is SL52 VJD?
SL52 VJD is an green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SL52 VJD?
The last recorded mileage for SL52 VJD was 135,214 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL52 VJD passed its MOT?
SL52 VJD has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2011.
Is SL52 VJD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL52 VJD 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 SL52 VJD?
SL52 VJD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.