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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 182,776 miles on the clock, averaging 9,142 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 FH53 OJC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 182,776 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 9,142 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | FH53 OJC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FH53 OJC
What car is FH53 OJC?
FH53 OJC is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FH53 OJC?
The last recorded mileage for FH53 OJC was 182,776 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FH53 OJC passed its MOT?
FH53 OJC has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2023.
Is FH53 OJC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH53 OJC 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 FH53 OJC?
FH53 OJC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.