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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 177,975 miles on the clock, averaging 20,733 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 VX52 YVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 177,975 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 20,733 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | VX52 YVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VX — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About VX52 YVU
What car is VX52 YVU?
VX52 YVU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.
What is the mileage of VX52 YVU?
The last recorded mileage for VX52 YVU was 177,975 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VX52 YVU passed its MOT?
VX52 YVU has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2012.
Is VX52 YVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VX52 YVU 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 VX52 YVU?
VX52 YVU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.