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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 162,039 miles on the clock, averaging 10,662 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 CE53 FHX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,039 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,662 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | CE53 FHX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CE53 FHX
What car is CE53 FHX?
CE53 FHX is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.
What is the mileage of CE53 FHX?
The last recorded mileage for CE53 FHX was 162,039 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE53 FHX passed its MOT?
CE53 FHX has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2017.
Is CE53 FHX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE53 FHX 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 CE53 FHX?
CE53 FHX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.