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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 178,695 miles on the clock, averaging 12,130 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 YB52 VZL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,695 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,130 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 VZL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VZL
What car is YB52 VZL?
YB52 VZL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
What is the mileage of YB52 VZL?
The last recorded mileage for YB52 VZL was 178,695 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB52 VZL passed its MOT?
YB52 VZL has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2018.
Is YB52 VZL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB52 VZL 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 VZL?
YB52 VZL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.