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FL53 EJY

2003 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 88,012 miles on the clock, averaging 13,240 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 FL53 EJY

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,012
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
13,240

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading88,012 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,646
Average per year13,240
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FL53 EJY 60k67k74k81k88k '06'08'07

Check FL53 EJY

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,012 miles
Since last MOT+14,646 miles
PASS
Mileage73,366 miles
Since last MOT+13,297 miles
PASS
Mileage60,069 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (1997–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 EJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FL53 EJY

What car is FL53 EJY?

FL53 EJY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FL53 EJY?

The last recorded mileage for FL53 EJY was 88,012 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL53 EJY passed its MOT?

FL53 EJY has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2008.

Is FL53 EJY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL53 EJY 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 FL53 EJY?

FL53 EJY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.