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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 195,996 miles on the clock, averaging 9,431 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 VDP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 195,996 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 74 |
| Average per year | 9,431 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 VDP |
| 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 VDP
What car is DU53 VDP?
DU53 VDP is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DU53 VDP?
The last recorded mileage for DU53 VDP was 195,996 miles, recorded on 20 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DU53 VDP passed its MOT?
DU53 VDP has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 20 Dec 2022.
Is DU53 VDP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DU53 VDP 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 VDP?
DU53 VDP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.