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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 241,366 miles on the clock, averaging 18,587 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 WBZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 241,366 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,982 |
| Average per year | 18,587 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 WBZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 WBZ
What car is DK53 WBZ?
DK53 WBZ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DK53 WBZ?
The last recorded mileage for DK53 WBZ was 241,366 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DK53 WBZ passed its MOT?
DK53 WBZ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2016.
Is DK53 WBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK53 WBZ 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 WBZ?
DK53 WBZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.