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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing 2 (50% pass rate). It has 109,506 miles on the clock, averaging 24,138 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 FV53 EPF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 109,506 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 24,138 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 | FV53 EPF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FV53 EPF
What car is FV53 EPF?
FV53 EPF is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.
What is the mileage of FV53 EPF?
The last recorded mileage for FV53 EPF was 109,506 miles, recorded on 6 Mar 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV53 EPF passed its MOT?
FV53 EPF has had 4 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (2 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Mar 2008.
Is FV53 EPF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV53 EPF 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 FV53 EPF?
FV53 EPF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.