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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 141,553 miles on the clock, averaging 6,614 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 VE52 LBA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 141,553 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,614 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | VE52 LBA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About VE52 LBA
What car is VE52 LBA?
VE52 LBA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VE52 LBA?
The last recorded mileage for VE52 LBA was 141,553 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE52 LBA passed its MOT?
VE52 LBA has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2017.
Is VE52 LBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE52 LBA 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 VE52 LBA?
VE52 LBA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.