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 8 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 113,909 miles on the clock, averaging 7,392 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for DY53 VVF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,909 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,721 |
| Average per year | 7,392 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | DY53 VVF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DY — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DY53 VVF
What car is DY53 VVF?
DY53 VVF is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DY53 VVF?
The last recorded mileage for DY53 VVF was 113,909 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY53 VVF passed its MOT?
DY53 VVF has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2013.
Is DY53 VVF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY53 VVF 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 DY53 VVF?
DY53 VVF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.