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 19 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 100,863 miles on the clock, averaging 4,424 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for DU53 TZX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 100,863 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 115 |
| Average per year | 4,424 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | DU53 TZX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DU — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DU53 TZX
What car is DU53 TZX?
DU53 TZX is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DU53 TZX?
The last recorded mileage for DU53 TZX was 100,863 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DU53 TZX passed its MOT?
DU53 TZX has had 19 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (19 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 22 Oct 2025.
Is DU53 TZX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DU53 TZX 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 DU53 TZX?
DU53 TZX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.