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 2002 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 212,840 miles on the clock, averaging 8,109 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 YS52 CTE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 212,840 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11 |
| Average per year | 8,109 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | YS52 CTE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YS — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About YS52 CTE
What car is YS52 CTE?
YS52 CTE is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YS52 CTE?
The last recorded mileage for YS52 CTE was 212,840 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS52 CTE passed its MOT?
YS52 CTE has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2022.
Is YS52 CTE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS52 CTE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YS52 CTE?
YS52 CTE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.