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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 302,052 miles on the clock, averaging 14,259 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 WV52 UES
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 302,052 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,469 |
| Average per year | 14,259 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | WV52 UES |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WV — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About WV52 UES
What car is WV52 UES?
WV52 UES is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2002.
What is the mileage of WV52 UES?
The last recorded mileage for WV52 UES was 302,052 miles, recorded on 4 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV52 UES passed its MOT?
WV52 UES has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 4 Jan 2022.
Is WV52 UES ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV52 UES 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 WV52 UES?
WV52 UES is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.