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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 162,068 miles on the clock, averaging 10,317 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 YY52 UTF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,068 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,891 |
| Average per year | 10,317 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 UTF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About YY52 UTF
What car is YY52 UTF?
YY52 UTF is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Beverley in 2003.
What is the mileage of YY52 UTF?
The last recorded mileage for YY52 UTF was 162,068 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY52 UTF passed its MOT?
YY52 UTF has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2018.
Is YY52 UTF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY52 UTF 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 YY52 UTF?
YY52 UTF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.