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 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 232,649 miles on the clock, averaging 10,458 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 WJ52 VUP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 232,649 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,873 |
| Average per year | 10,458 |
| 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 | WJ52 VUP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WJ — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About WJ52 VUP
What car is WJ52 VUP?
WJ52 VUP is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2002.
What is the mileage of WJ52 VUP?
The last recorded mileage for WJ52 VUP was 232,649 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WJ52 VUP passed its MOT?
WJ52 VUP has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 26 Nov 2021.
Is WJ52 VUP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WJ52 VUP 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 WJ52 VUP?
WJ52 VUP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.