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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 173,342 miles on the clock, averaging 7,198 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for FM53 HYG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 173,342 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,300 |
| Average per year | 7,198 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 HYG |
| 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 HYG
What car is FM53 HYG?
FM53 HYG is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FM53 HYG?
The last recorded mileage for FM53 HYG was 173,342 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM53 HYG passed its MOT?
FM53 HYG has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2025.
Is FM53 HYG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM53 HYG 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 HYG?
FM53 HYG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.