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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 83,154 miles on the clock, averaging 2,436 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for FP53 RUR
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 83,154 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,436 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 RUR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 RUR
What car is FP53 RUR?
FP53 RUR is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FP53 RUR?
The last recorded mileage for FP53 RUR was 83,154 miles, recorded on 19 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP53 RUR passed its MOT?
FP53 RUR has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Jun 2015.
Is FP53 RUR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP53 RUR 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 RUR?
FP53 RUR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.