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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 196,907 miles on the clock, averaging 9,365 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 TZM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 196,907 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,365 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 TZM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 TZM
What car is GF53 TZM?
GF53 TZM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GF53 TZM?
The last recorded mileage for GF53 TZM was 196,907 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF53 TZM passed its MOT?
GF53 TZM has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Feb 2023.
Is GF53 TZM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF53 TZM 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 TZM?
GF53 TZM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.