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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 121,913 miles on the clock, averaging 9,272 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 FM53 HXT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,913 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,272 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | FM53 HXT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FM53 HXT
What car is FM53 HXT?
FM53 HXT is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FM53 HXT?
The last recorded mileage for FM53 HXT was 121,913 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM53 HXT passed its MOT?
FM53 HXT has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2018.
Is FM53 HXT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM53 HXT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FM53 HXT?
FM53 HXT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.