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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 146,136 miles on the clock, averaging 10,367 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 UKW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,136 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 10,367 |
| 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 UKW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FV53 UKW
What car is FV53 UKW?
FV53 UKW is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2004.
What is the mileage of FV53 UKW?
The last recorded mileage for FV53 UKW was 146,136 miles, recorded on 3 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV53 UKW passed its MOT?
FV53 UKW has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Apr 2018.
Is FV53 UKW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV53 UKW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, 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 UKW?
FV53 UKW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.