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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 116,201 miles on the clock, averaging 5,161 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YB52 YWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,201 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,366 |
| Average per year | 5,161 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 YWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 YWL
What car is YB52 YWL?
YB52 YWL is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
What is the mileage of YB52 YWL?
The last recorded mileage for YB52 YWL was 116,201 miles, recorded on 25 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB52 YWL passed its MOT?
YB52 YWL has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 May 2021.
Is YB52 YWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB52 YWL 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 YWL?
YB52 YWL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.