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 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 131,475 miles on the clock, averaging 16,465 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 SW52 HRD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 131,475 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,279 |
| Average per year | 16,465 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | SW52 HRD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SW52 HRD
What car is SW52 HRD?
SW52 HRD is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2003.
What is the mileage of SW52 HRD?
The last recorded mileage for SW52 HRD was 131,475 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW52 HRD passed its MOT?
SW52 HRD has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2011.
Is SW52 HRD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW52 HRD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SW52 HRD?
SW52 HRD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.