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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 167,099 miles on the clock, averaging 8,510 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for VA52 YVS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 167,099 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,792 |
| Average per year | 8,510 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | VA52 YVS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About VA52 YVS
What car is VA52 YVS?
VA52 YVS is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.
What is the mileage of VA52 YVS?
The last recorded mileage for VA52 YVS was 167,099 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA52 YVS passed its MOT?
VA52 YVS has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Sep 2023.
Is VA52 YVS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA52 YVS 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 VA52 YVS?
VA52 YVS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.