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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 181,466 miles on the clock, averaging 9,079 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 FCA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,466 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,307 |
| Average per year | 9,079 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 FCA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 FCA
What car is YM52 FCA?
YM52 FCA is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YM52 FCA?
The last recorded mileage for YM52 FCA was 181,466 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM52 FCA passed its MOT?
YM52 FCA has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Jun 2022.
Is YM52 FCA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM52 FCA 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 FCA?
YM52 FCA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.