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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 162,591 miles on the clock, averaging 6,994 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for SN52 VVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 162,591 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,790 |
| Average per year | 6,994 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 VVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| 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 VVU
What car is SN52 VVU?
SN52 VVU is an beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SN52 VVU?
The last recorded mileage for SN52 VVU was 162,591 miles, recorded on 8 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SN52 VVU passed its MOT?
SN52 VVU has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 Feb 2025.
Is SN52 VVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN52 VVU 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 VVU?
SN52 VVU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.