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 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 250,396 miles on the clock, averaging 13,697 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 FGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 250,396 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,744 |
| Average per year | 13,697 |
| 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 | DE53 FGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 FGU
What car is DE53 FGU?
DE53 FGU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 FGU?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 FGU was 250,396 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 FGU passed its MOT?
DE53 FGU has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Sep 2022.
Is DE53 FGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 FGU 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 FGU?
DE53 FGU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.