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 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 147,907 miles on the clock, averaging 6,922 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 HUZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 147,907 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,870 |
| Average per year | 6,922 |
| 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 HUZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 HUZ
What car is DF53 HUZ?
DF53 HUZ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DF53 HUZ?
The last recorded mileage for DF53 HUZ was 147,907 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF53 HUZ passed its MOT?
DF53 HUZ has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2023.
Is DF53 HUZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 HUZ 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 HUZ?
DF53 HUZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.