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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 191,587 miles on the clock, averaging 10,615 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 DK53 WBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 191,587 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,079 |
| Average per year | 10,615 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | DK53 WBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DK — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DK53 WBV
What car is DK53 WBV?
DK53 WBV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DK53 WBV?
The last recorded mileage for DK53 WBV was 191,587 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DK53 WBV passed its MOT?
DK53 WBV has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Jul 2019.
Is DK53 WBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK53 WBV 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 DK53 WBV?
DK53 WBV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.