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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 221,836 miles on the clock, averaging 21,521 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 FR53 FOY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 221,836 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,761 |
| Average per year | 21,521 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | FR53 FOY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FR — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FR53 FOY
What car is FR53 FOY?
FR53 FOY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.
What is the mileage of FR53 FOY?
The last recorded mileage for FR53 FOY was 221,836 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FR53 FOY passed its MOT?
FR53 FOY has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2013.
Is FR53 FOY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FR53 FOY 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 FR53 FOY?
FR53 FOY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.