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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 113,706 miles on the clock, averaging 5,737 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 XWA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,706 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,224 |
| Average per year | 5,737 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 XWA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XWA
What car is VU52 XWA?
VU52 XWA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.
What is the mileage of VU52 XWA?
The last recorded mileage for VU52 XWA was 113,706 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VU52 XWA passed its MOT?
VU52 XWA has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2021.
Is VU52 XWA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VU52 XWA 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 XWA?
VU52 XWA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.