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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 8 (72% pass rate). It has 255,620 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for FP53 VJC
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
| Latest reading | 255,620 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 196 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 VJC |
| 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 VJC
What car is FP53 VJC?
FP53 VJC is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FP53 VJC?
The last recorded mileage for FP53 VJC was 255,620 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP53 VJC passed its MOT?
FP53 VJC has had 29 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (21 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 9 Jun 2026.
Is FP53 VJC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP53 VJC 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 VJC?
FP53 VJC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.