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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 262,475 miles on the clock, averaging 9,963 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 GD53 LHB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 262,475 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 9,963 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 LHB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GD — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GD53 LHB
What car is GD53 LHB?
GD53 LHB is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2004.
What is the mileage of GD53 LHB?
The last recorded mileage for GD53 LHB was 262,475 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD53 LHB passed its MOT?
GD53 LHB has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2025.
Is GD53 LHB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD53 LHB 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 GD53 LHB?
GD53 LHB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.