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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 225,270 miles on the clock, averaging 12,925 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 FG53 CSO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 225,270 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,925 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | FG53 CSO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FG53 CSO
What car is FG53 CSO?
FG53 CSO is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FG53 CSO?
The last recorded mileage for FG53 CSO was 225,270 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FG53 CSO passed its MOT?
FG53 CSO has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2017.
Is FG53 CSO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG53 CSO 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 FG53 CSO?
FG53 CSO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.