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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 160,809 miles on the clock, averaging 8,406 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for FL53 PWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 160,809 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 8,406 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | FL53 PWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FL53 PWY
What car is FL53 PWY?
FL53 PWY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FL53 PWY?
The last recorded mileage for FL53 PWY was 160,809 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL53 PWY passed its MOT?
FL53 PWY has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2022.
Is FL53 PWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL53 PWY 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 PWY?
FL53 PWY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.