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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 186,319 miles on the clock, averaging 9,994 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 CV53 NNL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,319 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,994 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | CV53 NNL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CV53 NNL
What car is CV53 NNL?
CV53 NNL is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CV53 NNL?
The last recorded mileage for CV53 NNL was 186,319 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV53 NNL passed its MOT?
CV53 NNL has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2020.
Is CV53 NNL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV53 NNL 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 CV53 NNL?
CV53 NNL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.