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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 265,242 miles on the clock, averaging 13,759 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 YS52 VEA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 265,242 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,759 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 VEA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 VEA
What car is YS52 VEA?
YS52 VEA is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YS52 VEA?
The last recorded mileage for YS52 VEA was 265,242 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS52 VEA passed its MOT?
YS52 VEA has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2020.
Is YS52 VEA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS52 VEA 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 VEA?
YS52 VEA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.