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 252,275 miles on the clock, averaging 10,104 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 CP53 LFU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 252,275 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,023 |
| Average per year | 10,104 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | CP53 LFU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CP53 LFU
What car is CP53 LFU?
CP53 LFU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2004.
What is the mileage of CP53 LFU?
The last recorded mileage for CP53 LFU was 252,275 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CP53 LFU passed its MOT?
CP53 LFU has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Nov 2021.
Is CP53 LFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP53 LFU 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 CP53 LFU?
CP53 LFU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.