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 2014 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 135,790 miles on the clock, averaging 9,313 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for AL53 XTY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,790 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,373 |
| Average per year | 9,313 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CRBC
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AL53 XTY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2014 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AL — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AL53 XTY
What car is AL53 XTY?
AL53 XTY is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2014.
What is the mileage of AL53 XTY?
The last recorded mileage for AL53 XTY was 135,790 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AL53 XTY passed its MOT?
AL53 XTY has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2026.
Is AL53 XTY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AL53 XTY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2014, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AL53 XTY?
AL53 XTY is approximately 12 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.