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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 145,060 miles on the clock, averaging 9,597 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 DVJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 145,060 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,363 |
| Average per year | 9,597 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | DF53 DVJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 DVJ
What car is DF53 DVJ?
DF53 DVJ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DF53 DVJ?
The last recorded mileage for DF53 DVJ was 145,060 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF53 DVJ passed its MOT?
DF53 DVJ has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Nov 2013.
Is DF53 DVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 DVJ 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 DVJ?
DF53 DVJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.