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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 135,105 miles on the clock, averaging 5,987 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for FV53 UVY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 135,105 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 207 |
| Average per year | 5,987 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 UVY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 UVY
What car is FV53 UVY?
FV53 UVY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.
What is the mileage of FV53 UVY?
The last recorded mileage for FV53 UVY was 135,105 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV53 UVY passed its MOT?
FV53 UVY has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2019.
Is FV53 UVY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV53 UVY 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 UVY?
FV53 UVY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.