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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 190,111 miles on the clock, averaging 8,838 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YB52 FBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 190,111 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,996 |
| Average per year | 8,838 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | YB52 FBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YB — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About YB52 FBY
What car is YB52 FBY?
YB52 FBY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
What is the mileage of YB52 FBY?
The last recorded mileage for YB52 FBY was 190,111 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB52 FBY passed its MOT?
YB52 FBY has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2021.
Is YB52 FBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB52 FBY 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 YB52 FBY?
YB52 FBY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.