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 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 147,995 miles on the clock, averaging 9,063 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 WG52 FCE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,995 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,063 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | WG52 FCE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WG — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About WG52 FCE
What car is WG52 FCE?
WG52 FCE is a beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.
What is the mileage of WG52 FCE?
The last recorded mileage for WG52 FCE was 147,995 miles, recorded on 22 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WG52 FCE passed its MOT?
WG52 FCE has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Mar 2018.
Is WG52 FCE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG52 FCE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is WG52 FCE?
WG52 FCE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.