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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 130,249 miles on the clock, averaging 8,522 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 FV53 OKD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 130,249 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,631 |
| Average per year | 8,522 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 OKD |
| 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 OKD
What car is FV53 OKD?
FV53 OKD is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.
What is the mileage of FV53 OKD?
The last recorded mileage for FV53 OKD was 130,249 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV53 OKD passed its MOT?
FV53 OKD has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Jun 2019.
Is FV53 OKD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV53 OKD 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 OKD?
FV53 OKD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.