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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 216,780 miles on the clock, averaging 10,259 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 KUB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 216,780 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,119 |
| Average per year | 10,259 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 KUB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 KUB
What car is YM52 KUB?
YM52 KUB is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YM52 KUB?
The last recorded mileage for YM52 KUB was 216,780 miles, recorded on 19 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM52 KUB passed its MOT?
YM52 KUB has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 19 Aug 2023.
Is YM52 KUB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM52 KUB 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 KUB?
YM52 KUB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.