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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 143,569 miles on the clock, averaging 7,162 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 UVM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 143,569 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,162 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 UVM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 UVM
What car is VE52 UVM?
VE52 UVM is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VE52 UVM?
The last recorded mileage for VE52 UVM was 143,569 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE52 UVM passed its MOT?
VE52 UVM has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 6 Sep 2021.
Is VE52 UVM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE52 UVM 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 UVM?
VE52 UVM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.