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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 12 (54% pass rate). It has 230,500 miles on the clock, averaging 8,952 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 YK52 MZU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 230,500 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 8,952 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | YK52 MZU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YK — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About YK52 MZU
What car is YK52 MZU?
YK52 MZU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.
What is the mileage of YK52 MZU?
The last recorded mileage for YK52 MZU was 230,500 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YK52 MZU passed its MOT?
YK52 MZU has had 26 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (14 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2021.
Is YK52 MZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK52 MZU 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 YK52 MZU?
YK52 MZU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.