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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 184,319 miles on the clock, averaging 11,221 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 DE53 BUF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 184,319 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,221 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | DE53 BUF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DE53 BUF
What car is DE53 BUF?
DE53 BUF is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 BUF?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 BUF was 184,319 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 BUF passed its MOT?
DE53 BUF has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2017.
Is DE53 BUF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 BUF 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 DE53 BUF?
DE53 BUF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.