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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 143,992 miles on the clock, averaging 7,169 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 VU52 ECW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 143,992 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,351 |
| Average per year | 7,169 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | VU52 ECW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VU — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About VU52 ECW
What car is VU52 ECW?
VU52 ECW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.
What is the mileage of VU52 ECW?
The last recorded mileage for VU52 ECW was 143,992 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VU52 ECW passed its MOT?
VU52 ECW has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2016.
Is VU52 ECW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VU52 ECW 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 VU52 ECW?
VU52 ECW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.