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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 202,016 miles on the clock, averaging 10,313 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 FD53 DMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 202,016 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,788 |
| Average per year | 10,313 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | FD53 DMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FD53 DMU
What car is FD53 DMU?
FD53 DMU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FD53 DMU?
The last recorded mileage for FD53 DMU was 202,016 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD53 DMU passed its MOT?
FD53 DMU has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2018.
Is FD53 DMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD53 DMU 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 FD53 DMU?
FD53 DMU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.