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 Petrol 2792cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 109,494 miles on the clock, averaging 5,509 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.8 VR6 engine is known for aqp/aue and component.
MOT & Mileage History for YL52 DSE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 109,494 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,794 |
| Average per year | 5,509 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL52 DSE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2792cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About YL52 DSE
What car is YL52 DSE?
YL52 DSE is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2792cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YL52 DSE?
The last recorded mileage for YL52 DSE was 109,494 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL52 DSE passed its MOT?
YL52 DSE has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2019.
Is YL52 DSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL52 DSE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YL52 DSE?
YL52 DSE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.