Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2002 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1590cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 142,450 miles on the clock, averaging 10,132 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for SN52 FWL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,450 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,357 |
| Average per year | 10,132 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SN52 FWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1590cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SN — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SN52 FWL
What car is SN52 FWL?
SN52 FWL is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1590cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SN52 FWL?
The last recorded mileage for SN52 FWL was 142,450 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SN52 FWL passed its MOT?
SN52 FWL has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2014.
Is SN52 FWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN52 FWL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SN52 FWL?
SN52 FWL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.