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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 210,449 miles on the clock, averaging 14,566 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 VO52 YJL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 210,449 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,566 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | VO52 YJL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VO — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About VO52 YJL
What car is VO52 YJL?
VO52 YJL is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.
What is the mileage of VO52 YJL?
The last recorded mileage for VO52 YJL was 210,449 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VO52 YJL passed its MOT?
VO52 YJL has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2017.
Is VO52 YJL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO52 YJL 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 VO52 YJL?
VO52 YJL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.