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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 177,582 miles on the clock, averaging 13,375 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 GF53 LHU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 177,582 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,622 |
| Average per year | 13,375 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | GF53 LHU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GF53 LHU
What car is GF53 LHU?
GF53 LHU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GF53 LHU?
The last recorded mileage for GF53 LHU was 177,582 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF53 LHU passed its MOT?
GF53 LHU has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Sep 2016.
Is GF53 LHU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF53 LHU 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 GF53 LHU?
GF53 LHU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.