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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 144,921 miles on the clock, averaging 7,950 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for EA53 VFU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 144,921 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,291 |
| Average per year | 7,950 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | EA53 VFU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EA53 VFU
What car is EA53 VFU?
EA53 VFU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EA53 VFU?
The last recorded mileage for EA53 VFU was 144,921 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA53 VFU passed its MOT?
EA53 VFU has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 10 Dec 2020.
Is EA53 VFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA53 VFU 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 EA53 VFU?
EA53 VFU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.