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 14 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 93,248 miles on the clock, averaging 4,688 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for AY53 MUO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 93,248 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,577 |
| Average per year | 4,688 |
| 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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Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AY53 MUO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AY53 MUO
What car is AY53 MUO?
AY53 MUO is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AY53 MUO?
The last recorded mileage for AY53 MUO was 93,248 miles, recorded on 11 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY53 MUO passed its MOT?
AY53 MUO has had 14 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (14 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 11 Mar 2020.
Is AY53 MUO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY53 MUO 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 AY53 MUO?
AY53 MUO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.