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 102,841 miles on the clock, averaging 5,223 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 VW52 GTL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 102,841 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 253 |
| Average per year | 5,223 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | VW52 GTL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VW — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About VW52 GTL
What car is VW52 GTL?
VW52 GTL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.
What is the mileage of VW52 GTL?
The last recorded mileage for VW52 GTL was 102,841 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VW52 GTL passed its MOT?
VW52 GTL has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Jul 2019.
Is VW52 GTL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VW52 GTL 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 VW52 GTL?
VW52 GTL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.