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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 170,492 miles on the clock, averaging 18,394 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 YM52 BKD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,492 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15 |
| Average per year | 18,394 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | YM52 BKD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About YM52 BKD
What car is YM52 BKD?
YM52 BKD is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YM52 BKD?
The last recorded mileage for YM52 BKD was 170,492 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM52 BKD passed its MOT?
YM52 BKD has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Nov 2010.
Is YM52 BKD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM52 BKD 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 YM52 BKD?
YM52 BKD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.