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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 150,624 miles on the clock, averaging 5,437 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 CV53 VHO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 150,624 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,437 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 VHO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 VHO
What car is CV53 VHO?
CV53 VHO is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CV53 VHO?
The last recorded mileage for CV53 VHO was 150,624 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV53 VHO passed its MOT?
CV53 VHO has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Jul 2025.
Is CV53 VHO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV53 VHO 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 VHO?
CV53 VHO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.