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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 135,453 miles on the clock, averaging 6,240 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YM52 FDD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 135,453 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,273 |
| Average per year | 6,240 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 FDD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 FDD
What car is YM52 FDD?
YM52 FDD is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YM52 FDD?
The last recorded mileage for YM52 FDD was 135,453 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM52 FDD passed its MOT?
YM52 FDD has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2018.
Is YM52 FDD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM52 FDD 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 FDD?
YM52 FDD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.