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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 245,730 miles on the clock, averaging 8,840 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 FP53 PRV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 245,730 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 8,840 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | FP53 PRV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FP53 PRV
What car is FP53 PRV?
FP53 PRV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FP53 PRV?
The last recorded mileage for FP53 PRV was 245,730 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP53 PRV passed its MOT?
FP53 PRV has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 14 Mar 2026.
Is FP53 PRV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP53 PRV 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 FP53 PRV?
FP53 PRV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.