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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 109,804 miles on the clock, averaging 4,252 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for DC53 ENE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 109,804 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,252 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 ENE |
| 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 ENE
What car is DC53 ENE?
DC53 ENE is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DC53 ENE?
The last recorded mileage for DC53 ENE was 109,804 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC53 ENE passed its MOT?
DC53 ENE has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Mar 2013.
Is DC53 ENE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC53 ENE 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 ENE?
DC53 ENE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.