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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 46,300 miles on the clock, averaging 1,487 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for GD53 FDZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 46,300 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 1,487 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | GD53 FDZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GD — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GD53 FDZ
What car is GD53 FDZ?
GD53 FDZ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GD53 FDZ?
The last recorded mileage for GD53 FDZ was 46,300 miles, recorded on 19 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD53 FDZ passed its MOT?
GD53 FDZ has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2026.
Is GD53 FDZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD53 FDZ 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 GD53 FDZ?
GD53 FDZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.