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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 172,709 miles on the clock, averaging 14,715 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 SN52 VKG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,709 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,715 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | SN52 VKG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SN — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SN52 VKG
What car is SN52 VKG?
SN52 VKG is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SN52 VKG?
The last recorded mileage for SN52 VKG was 172,709 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SN52 VKG passed its MOT?
SN52 VKG has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2012.
Is SN52 VKG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN52 VKG 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 SN52 VKG?
SN52 VKG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.