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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 189,270 miles on the clock, averaging 11,695 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 DF53 BWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 189,270 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 11,695 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | DF53 BWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DF53 BWU
What car is DF53 BWU?
DF53 BWU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DF53 BWU?
The last recorded mileage for DF53 BWU was 189,270 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF53 BWU passed its MOT?
DF53 BWU has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2020.
Is DF53 BWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 BWU 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 DF53 BWU?
DF53 BWU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.