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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 182,185 miles on the clock, averaging 10,436 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 VYY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 182,185 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15 |
| Average per year | 10,436 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 VYY |
| 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 VYY
What car is WJ52 VYY?
WJ52 VYY is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2002.
What is the mileage of WJ52 VYY?
The last recorded mileage for WJ52 VYY was 182,185 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WJ52 VYY passed its MOT?
WJ52 VYY has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2016.
Is WJ52 VYY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WJ52 VYY 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 VYY?
WJ52 VYY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.