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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 138,958 miles on the clock, averaging 8,001 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 YY52 RUU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 138,958 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,001 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | YY52 RUU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About YY52 RUU
What car is YY52 RUU?
YY52 RUU is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Beverley in 2002.
What is the mileage of YY52 RUU?
The last recorded mileage for YY52 RUU was 138,958 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY52 RUU passed its MOT?
YY52 RUU has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2018.
Is YY52 RUU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY52 RUU 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 YY52 RUU?
YY52 RUU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.