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 31 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 11 (65% pass rate). It has 104,505 miles on the clock, averaging 4,370 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YH52 OVC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 104,505 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,370 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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 | YH52 OVC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YH — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About YH52 OVC
What car is YH52 OVC?
YH52 OVC is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.
What is the mileage of YH52 OVC?
The last recorded mileage for YH52 OVC was 104,505 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YH52 OVC passed its MOT?
YH52 OVC has had 31 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (20 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2026.
Is YH52 OVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YH52 OVC 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 YH52 OVC?
YH52 OVC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.