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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 163,335 miles on the clock, averaging 10,168 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 SWV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,335 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,829 |
| Average per year | 10,168 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 SWV |
| 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 SWV
What car is DF53 SWV?
DF53 SWV is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DF53 SWV?
The last recorded mileage for DF53 SWV was 163,335 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF53 SWV passed its MOT?
DF53 SWV has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Feb 2019.
Is DF53 SWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 SWV 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 SWV?
DF53 SWV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.