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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 145,097 miles on the clock, averaging 5,566 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 VAD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 145,097 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,566 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 VAD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 VAD
What car is VU52 VAD?
VU52 VAD is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.
What is the mileage of VU52 VAD?
The last recorded mileage for VU52 VAD was 145,097 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VU52 VAD passed its MOT?
VU52 VAD has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2025.
Is VU52 VAD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VU52 VAD 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 VAD?
VU52 VAD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.