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 12 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 78,810 miles on the clock, averaging 5,082 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for DF53 DZN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 78,810 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,723 |
| Average per year | 5,082 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 DZN |
| 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 DZN
What car is DF53 DZN?
DF53 DZN is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DF53 DZN?
The last recorded mileage for DF53 DZN was 78,810 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF53 DZN passed its MOT?
DF53 DZN has had 12 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (12 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2017.
Is DF53 DZN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 DZN 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 DZN?
DF53 DZN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.