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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 172,856 miles on the clock, averaging 9,425 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 RSV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,856 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,009 |
| Average per year | 9,425 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 RSV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 RSV
What car is FM53 RSV?
FM53 RSV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FM53 RSV?
The last recorded mileage for FM53 RSV was 172,856 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM53 RSV passed its MOT?
FM53 RSV has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2021.
Is FM53 RSV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM53 RSV 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 RSV?
FM53 RSV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.