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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 12 (59% pass rate). It has 147,985 miles on the clock, averaging 5,449 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 DC53 EKD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 147,985 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,207 |
| Average per year | 5,449 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | DC53 EKD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DC53 EKD
What car is DC53 EKD?
DC53 EKD is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DC53 EKD?
The last recorded mileage for DC53 EKD was 147,985 miles, recorded on 27 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC53 EKD passed its MOT?
DC53 EKD has had 29 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (17 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2026.
Is DC53 EKD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC53 EKD 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 DC53 EKD?
DC53 EKD is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.