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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 160,291 miles on the clock, averaging 8,741 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YM52 VJY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 160,291 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15 |
| Average per year | 8,741 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 VJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VJY
What car is YM52 VJY?
YM52 VJY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YM52 VJY?
The last recorded mileage for YM52 VJY was 160,291 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM52 VJY passed its MOT?
YM52 VJY has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Jul 2016.
Is YM52 VJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM52 VJY 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 VJY?
YM52 VJY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.