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 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 181,256 miles on the clock, averaging 11,488 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 DU53 VDC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,256 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,488 |
| 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 | DU53 VDC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 VDC
What car is DU53 VDC?
DU53 VDC is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DU53 VDC?
The last recorded mileage for DU53 VDC was 181,256 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DU53 VDC passed its MOT?
DU53 VDC has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2020.
Is DU53 VDC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DU53 VDC 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 VDC?
DU53 VDC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.