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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 121,144 miles on the clock, averaging 6,371 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 AX53 NBZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,144 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,371 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | AX53 NBZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AX53 NBZ
What car is AX53 NBZ?
AX53 NBZ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2004.
What is the mileage of AX53 NBZ?
The last recorded mileage for AX53 NBZ was 121,144 miles, recorded on 11 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX53 NBZ passed its MOT?
AX53 NBZ has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Jun 2021.
Is AX53 NBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX53 NBZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AX53 NBZ?
AX53 NBZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.