Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
AO53 PVW

2003 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 126,209 miles on the clock, averaging 5,616 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.

MOT & Mileage History for AO53 PVW

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,209
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,616

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading126,209 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,485
Average per year5,616
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AO53 PVW 21k47k73k100k126k '06'25'12

Check AO53 PVW

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,209 miles
Since last MOT+7,485 miles
PASS
Mileage118,724 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,695 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,688 miles
Since last MOT+17,359 miles
PASS
Mileage101,329 miles
Since last MOT+454 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,875 miles
Since last MOT+10,114 miles
PASS
Mileage90,761 miles
Since last MOT+10,930 miles
PASS
Mileage79,831 miles
Since last MOT+10,784 miles
PASS
Mileage69,047 miles
Since last MOT+9,784 miles
PASS
Mileage59,263 miles
Since last MOT+10,016 miles
PASS
Mileage49,247 miles
Since last MOT+6,116 miles
PASS
Mileage43,131 miles
Since last MOT+7,140 miles
PASS
Mileage35,991 miles
Since last MOT+6,830 miles
PASS
Mileage29,161 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,160 miles
Since last MOT+4,025 miles
PASS
Mileage25,135 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,135 miles
Since last MOT+4,523 miles
PASS
Mileage20,612 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,612 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (1997–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 PVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAO — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More AO53 P plates

Browse all AO53 P registrations from Norwich.

About AO53 PVW

What car is AO53 PVW?

AO53 PVW is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AO53 PVW?

The last recorded mileage for AO53 PVW was 126,209 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AO53 PVW passed its MOT?

AO53 PVW has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Aug 2025.

Is AO53 PVW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO53 PVW 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 AO53 PVW?

AO53 PVW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.