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 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 206,927 miles on the clock, averaging 10,056 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 EX53 DCE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 206,927 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,844 |
| Average per year | 10,056 |
| 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 | EX53 DCE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EX53 DCE
What car is EX53 DCE?
EX53 DCE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EX53 DCE?
The last recorded mileage for EX53 DCE was 206,927 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX53 DCE passed its MOT?
EX53 DCE has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2025.
Is EX53 DCE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX53 DCE 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 EX53 DCE?
EX53 DCE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.